Personal Assistant

Youth Consultation Services • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

Sawtelle Camden is a psychiatric residential treatment facility serving vulnerable and high-risk youth ages 14-21 who may have, but are not limited to a diagnosis within the autism spectrum. Personal Assistants will be expected to provide positive support, caring assistance and responsible supervision. This position is expected to require a unique sensitivity on the part of the applicants to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties.

Requirements

• 3 years experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Participating as a member of a therapeutic treatment team
• Becoming familiar with the residents' treatment goals
• Carrying out expected interventions
• Observation and documentation of success
• Identifying current or suggesting new, therapeutic goals which may require attention by the treatment team.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees