In-Home Personal Care Specialist | Flexible Hours & Training

MaineTouch LLC; Westfield (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supervision and support

Career growth opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Supportive office team

Pay increases

Job summary

MaineTouch LLC is seeking a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) to provide in-home, non-medical care to adults and seniors, promoting safety, independence, and comfort in familiar settings. You will work independently in clients’ homes with ongoing supervision, training, and support.

No experience is required; comprehensive training will be provided and opportunities for advancement exist. Flexible scheduling includes day, evening, weekend and overnight shifts, with full-time and part-time options

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Active PSS certification in the State of Maine, OR willingness to enroll in a PSS training program within 60 days of hire
• CNA (active or inactive) accepted
• No experience required - training and support provided
• Must not be listed on the Maine CNA/Direct Care Worker Registry with substantiated findings
• Ability to work independent
• 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 all MaineTouch policies and procedures and participate in required training

Job description

MaineTouch LLC is seeking a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) to provide in-home, non-medical care to adults and seniors, promoting safety, independence, and comfort in familiar settings. You will work independently in clients’ homes with ongoing supervision, training, and support.

No experience is required; comprehensive training will be provided and opportunities for advancement exist. Flexible scheduling includes day, evening, weekend and overnight shifts, with full-time and part-time options