Youth Consultation Services
Personal AssistantPosted
7 weeks ago
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Job Description
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Youth Consultation Service (YCS) is a behavioral health and social services agency that has been caring for at risk children and families since 1918 in therapeutic residences, special education schools, in-home and in-community programs throughout NJ.
Our Sawtelle Program serve clients with the most vulnerable DDD or Mental Health patients.
Assistants are expected to have a unique sensitivity to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties.
Duties include but not limited to:
* 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.
* 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.
Requirements:
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* H.S. Diploma/G.E.D.
* DDD experience preferred.
YCS is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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