Compassionate Personal Support Specialist — Flexible Schedule

Assistance-Plus; Searsport (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Assistance Plus is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Specialist to provide in-home care to clients within a 30-mile radius of the employee’s home in Maine. The role includes assisting with ADLs, mobility, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation.

You will document changes in health status and comply with safety and infection control protocols. A valid Maine driver’s license and proof of insurance are required, and PSS certification is provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Proof of 10th grade completion or higher.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care needs (bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, nail, hair, skin and foot care).
• Assist with mobility and transfers using devices (walker, cane, wheelchair, Hoyer lift, gait belt).
• Provide transportation within 30-mile radius and assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Support household duties: cleaning, laundry, errands as needed.
• Observe and report changes in health status or behavior to supervisor.
• Ensure safe home environment and follow infection control procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ADL assistance

Observation & reporting

Transportation

Communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PSS certification (will train)

Tools

Hoyer lift operation

Mobility devices handling

Job description

Assistance Plus is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Specialist to provide in-home care to clients within a 30-mile radius of the employee’s home in Maine. The role includes assisting with ADLs, mobility, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation.

You will document changes in health status and comply with safety and infection control protocols. A valid Maine driver’s license and proof of insurance are required, and PSS certification is provided at no cost.