Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)
Youth Consultation Service (YCS)•West Orange, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
Sawtelle Forest Program in West Orange, NJ provides residential care for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a group home setting. The program is currently hiring for a Personal Assistant. Personal Assistants are expected to have a unique sensitivity to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties. Provide quality daily care (personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, and other related tasks) to ensure the health and safety of clients in the residence and community.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with developmental disabilities preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist clients in meeting their individual goals and objectives as defined in their Individual Habilitation Plan.
- Dependent on client’s IHP, teach/support the client with the following: bath, toilet, change adult absorbent underwear and linens, grooming and dressing, and self-administration of medication.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of medications, purpose and side effects.
- Demonstrate proper body mechanics and mobility transfer technique to prevent injuries.
- De-escalate potential crisis situations and if necessary be prepared to control client physically.
- Keep accurate and timely records.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid time off
- Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs
- 403 (B) savings and investment plans
- Potential public service loan forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
