In-Home Personal Care Specialist - Flexible Hours, Training

EmergencyMD; Dixmont (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range

Pay increases

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Ongoing supervision and support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MaineTouch LLC is seeking Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to provide in-home non-medical care to adults and seniors in client homes or residential settings. Training is provided and supervision is available.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, housekeeping, and companionship while following each client's plan of care and MaineTouch policies. Flexible schedules and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Active PSS certification in Maine, or willingness to enroll within 60 days of hire.
• CNA (active or inactive) accepted.
• No experience required - training and support provided.
• Not listed on Maine CNA/Direct Care Worker Registry with substantiated findings.
• Ability to work independently.
• Physical ability to assist with mobility and daily activities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Access to a working cell phone for scheduling and documentation.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred (assignment dependent).

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, toileting, and basic hygiene.
• Support clients with mobility and transfers, including safe movement with or without mobility aids.
• Help with household tasks related to care, including light housekeeping, laundry, dishes, and changing bed linens.
• Assist with meal preparation, meal serving, grocery shopping, and errands as outlined in the care plan.
• Provide companionship and conversation and support daily routines or hobbies.
• Observe and report changes in a client's condition or safety concerns to your supervisor.
• Follow all instructions and perform only tasks listed in the client's service plan.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow infection control and safety guidelines during all client interactions.
• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MaineTouch policies.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and report incidents immediately.
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect.
• Maintain dependable attendance and follow assigned schedules.
• Follow MaineTouch policies and procedures and participate in required training.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Physical ability

Reliability

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Active PSS certification in Maine

Job description

MaineTouch LLC is seeking Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to provide in-home non-medical care to adults and seniors in client homes or residential settings. Training is provided and supervision is available.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, housekeeping, and companionship while following each client's plan of care and MaineTouch policies. Flexible schedules and opportunities for advancement are offered.