Personal Support Specialist

Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; 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) to join our team and provide essential in-home assistance to clients, helping them maintain independence and quality of life. You will help with ADLs, light housekeeping, companionship, medication reminders, and reporting changes, while following care plans and safety protocols.

This part-time position offers flexible hours and a supportive team, with the reward of making a meaningful difference in the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• PSS certification or willingness to complete approved training.
• Experience in home care 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 any other state-required screenings.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

PSS certification

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