Personal Care Assistant
25 days ago
Long Branch
Job Description Personal Care Assistant Location: Chatham, NJ Company Name: Empower U. About Us: Empower U is a rapidly growing in-home mental health organization dedicated to supporting children and young adults with developmental disabilities. We provide high-quality Respite Services for individuals ages 5–21 during after-school, evening, and weekend hours. Our mission is to empower youth and families through compassionate care, community engagement, and personalized support. Position Summary: As a Personal Care Assistant, you will provide hands-on support, guidance, and companionship to children and young adults with developmental disabilities. This role is ideal for individuals who are motivated, dependable, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of families. Key Responsibilities: • Provide direct care and support to youth with diverse developmental needs., • Engage youth in community outings, recreational activities, and social skill development., • Support daily living activities and help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment., • Offer peer support, positive role modeling, and encouragement., • Apply problem-solving, de-escalation, and critical thinking skills as needed., • Communicate effectively with families, team members, and supervisors., • Attend and participate in required trainings, team meetings, and supervision sessions., • Complete documentation and adhere to all agency policies and procedures., • Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent, • Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience as a Personal Care Assistant, • At least 6 months’ experience working with children with developmental disabilities, • CPR certification, • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within a 10–15 mile radius, • Working smartphone to access agency HHAX applications Preferred: CNA, PCA, or Home Health Aide certification Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities (2 Years+*) Passion for caregiving & community support Reliable transportation within NJ Background check & clearances required • Current college student or degree in Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field, • Experience as a Home Health Aide, • Fluency in a second language Additional Skills: • Flexible availability (after-school, evenings, weekends, or daytime hours as scheduled), • Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills, • Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities, • Compassion, patience, and dedication to serving youth and families Schedule: Flexible: Weeknights, weekends, or daytime hours depending on family needs and agreed-upon schedule. Location: Ocean County, Monmouth County, New Jersey (In-Person) Compensation: $19.00 – $22.00 per hour If you're passionate about empowering youth and families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role as a Personal Care Assistant. Respite Settings: One-on-One Respite: In-home support for individual children Provide caregivers needed break Build meaningful bonds with families Flexible scheduling around your life Weekend Groups: Saturday & Sunday group sessions Structured recreational activities Supervised community outings Team-based, collaborative environment After School Centers: Weekday afternoon programming Homework help & enrichment activities Safe, supportive environment Consistent, predictable schedule WHY JOIN OUR RESPITE TEAM: Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit Flexible hours - choose shifts that work for you Paid training & ongoing professional development Supportive supervision & mentorship Mission-driven, minority-owned organization Pathway to full-time roles across Empower U Positions available throughout New Jersey