Care Associate/PSS - Assisted Living (EVENING SHIFT/WEEKENDS)

Gorham House; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Gorham House in Gorham, ME seeks a Care Associate/PSS for an evening shift with weekends to assist residents in the Assisted Living Program. You will help with daily living activities, support independence, and maintain residents’ dignity.

Responsibilities include medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance, logging daily care, and collaborating with a supervisor. A compassionate, team‑oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in senior care.
• Acceptable proficiency in English to communicate with staff and respond to emergencies.
• CNA or CHHA license may be required depending on state.
• Basic computer skills to document care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living to maintain dignity.
• Provide medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing and escort services.
• Follow resident needs schedule as set by supervisor.
• Offer emotional and social support to residents.
• Document daily care logs and report issues to supervisor.
• Respect independence and dignity of residents.
• Collaborate with the care team to manage multiple tasks safely.
• Demonstrate compassionate, professional, and empathetic conduct.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

CNA or CHHA license (state dependent)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Care Associate/PSS - Assisted Living (EVENING SHIFT/WEEKENDS)

• Full-time
• Community Name: Gorham House
• Compensation: from USD 19 - hourly

• Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing assistance to residents in the Assisted Living Program with their activities of daily living, enabling them to lead a quality life while maintaining their dignity.

  • Evening shift (2:30PM to 11PM), 32 hours/week, and weekends required.
  • Provide assistance as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
  • Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
  • Provide emotional and social support to residents.
  • Document daily log of assistance.
  • Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
  • Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
  • • You have at least oneyearof experience working in senior care.
    • Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.
    • You may need to have a CNA or CHHA license depending on the state.
    • You have basic computer skills.
    • You are compassionate, professional, kind, engaging, empathetic and helpful.
    • You have the ability to work as a part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and efficiently.
    • You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
    • You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in high stress situations.
    • You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

• Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.