Personal Support Specialist

Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Supportive team environment

Meaningful community impact

Job summary

Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Specialist (PSS) for part-time in-home care. You will assist clients with daily living activities, provide companionship, and help maintain independence in their homes.

You will also support with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders where allowed by state regulations, while adhering to care plans and safety protocols. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) or willingness to complete approved training.
• Experience in home care or related field preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle physical aspects of the job (lifting, bending).
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if travel is required).
• Must pass background checks and state-required screenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ADLs such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Perform light housekeeping including meal prep, laundry, and tidying living spaces
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with medication reminders (as allowed by state regulations)
• Monitor and report changes in client condition or behavior
• Follow care plans and document daily activities accurately
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control procedures

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Physical ability

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

Schedule

Part-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Support Specialist (PSS) to join our team. The PSS provides essential, hands-on support to individuals in their homes, helping them maintain independence and a high quality of life. This role is ideal for someone who is caring, dependable, and committed to making a difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Perform light housekeeping duties including meal preparation, laundry, and tidying living spaces
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
• Assist with medication reminders (as allowed by state regulations)
• Monitor and report any changes in the client’s condition or behavior
• Follow care plans and document daily activities accurately
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) or willingness to complete approved training
• Previous experience in home care, assisted living, or a related field is preferred but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle physical aspects of the job (e.g., lifting, bending)
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if travel is required)
• Must pass background checks and any other state‑required screenings

Why Join Us

• Flexible part‑time hours
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community