Home Care Specialist - Flexible Schedule & PTO

Assistance-Plus; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time

Paid time off

Job summary

Assistance Plus seeks a Personal Support Specialist to assist clients with daily living activities in their homes across a 30 mile radius. The role involves mobility support, meal assistance, light housekeeping, and documentation of client changes. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a valid Maine driver's license and automobile insurance, and can access email/internet. Training for PSS certification is provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Proof of vehicle insurance and a valid Maine driver’s license required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Entry level computer experience and access to email/internet required.
• PSS certification will be provided at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ADLs per their service plan.
• Help with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care.
• Support mobility and transfers using assistive devices as directed.
• Transport clients within a 30 mile radius when authorized.
• Assist with meal planning/preparation and shopping as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping and errands per client needs.
• Observe and report changes in client health or behavior.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment and follow infection control protocols.

Skills

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

18+ years old

Email/internet access

PSS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PSS certification (will train)

Job description

Assistance Plus seeks a Personal Support Specialist to assist clients with daily living activities in their homes across a 30 mile radius. The role involves mobility support, meal assistance, light housekeeping, and documentation of client changes. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a valid Maine driver's license and automobile insurance, and can access email/internet. Training for PSS certification is provided at no cost.