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Personal Care Assistant Location: Chatham, NJ Company Name: Empower U. About Us: Empower U is a ... Provide direct care and support to youth with diverse developmental needs. * Engage youth in ...

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Middletown, PA · On-site

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Personal Care Assistant

Empower U.

Howell, NJ

$19 - $22/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


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