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Empower U

<div>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&ndash;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:<ul><li>Provide direct care and support to youth with diverse developmental needs.</li><li>Engage youth in community outings, recreational activities, and social skill development.</li><li>Support daily living activities and help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.</li><li>Offer peer support, positive role modeling, and encouragement.</li><li>Apply problem-solving, de-escalation, and critical thinking skills as needed.</li><li>Communicate effectively with families, team members, and supervisors.</li><li>Attend and participate in required trainings, team meetings, and supervision sessions.</li><li>Complete documentation and adhere to all agency policies and procedures.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Minimum of 2&ndash;3 years&rsquo; experience as a Personal Care Assistant</li><li>At least 6 months&rsquo; experience working with children with developmental disabilities</li><li>CPR certification</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license with a clean driving record</li><li>Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within a 10&ndash;15 mile radius</li><li>Working smartphone to access agency HHAX applications</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
CNA, PCA, or Home Health Aide certification</li><li>
Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities (2 Years+*)</li><li>
Passion for caregiving &amp; community support</li><li>
Reliable transportation within NJ</li><li>
Background check &amp; clearances required</li></ul><ul><li>Current college student or degree in Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field</li><li>Experience as a Home Health Aide</li><li>Fluency in a second language</li></ul>
Additional Skills:<ul><li>Flexible availability (after-school, evenings, weekends, or daytime hours as scheduled)</li><li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities</li><li>Compassion, patience, and dedication to serving youth and families</li></ul>
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 &ndash; $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:<ul><li>
In-home support for individual children</li><li>
Provide caregivers needed break</li><li>
Build meaningful bonds with families</li><li>
Flexible scheduling around your life 
Weekend Groups:</li><li>
Saturday &amp; Sunday group sessions</li><li>
Structured recreational activities</li><li>
Supervised community outings</li><li>
Team-based, collaborative environment</li></ul>
After School Centers:<ul><li>
Weekday afternoon programming</li><li>
Homework help &amp; enrichment activities</li><li>
Safe, supportive environment</li><li>
Consistent, predictable schedule</li></ul>
WHY JOIN OUR RESPITE TEAM:<ul><li>
Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit</li><li>
Flexible hours - choose shifts that work for you</li><li>
Paid training &amp; ongoing professional development</li><li>
Supportive supervision &amp; mentorship</li><li>
Mission-driven, minority-owned organization</li><li>
Pathway to full-time roles across Empower U</li><li>
Positions available throughout New Jersey</li></ul></div>

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Amazing grace home care

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This role is perfect for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and making a difference in their daily lives.
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