In-Home Personal Care Specialist - Flexible Schedule & Growth

MaineTouch LLC; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineTouch LLC is seeking Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to provide in-home personal care and support services to adults and seniors. No experience needed—we train and support you.

You will work independently in client homes while receiving ongoing supervision and guidance. As a PSS you will assist with personal care, mobility, light housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, and daily living activities.

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 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 all MaineTouch policies and procedures and participate in required training.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Dependable / Reliable

Willingness to enroll in training

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Active PSS certification in Maine

CNA (active or inactive) accepted

Job description

MaineTouch LLC is seeking Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to provide in-home personal care and support services to adults and seniors. No experience needed—we train and support you.

You will work independently in client homes while receiving ongoing supervision and guidance. As a PSS you will assist with personal care, mobility, light housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, and daily living activities.