Personal Support Specialist

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC; Chelsea (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC seeks compassionate Personal Support Specialists to provide non-medical home care for seniors in Maine. You will help clients maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life in their own homes.

Role covers ADL assistance, mobility support, light housekeeping, meal planning, companionship, transportation to appointments, and careful health observation reported to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Valid Maine PSS Certification or willingness to complete training.
• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Patient, compassionate attitude toward seniors; commitment to high-quality care.
• Physical ability to perform lifting, bending, and standing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Provide mobility support such as transfers and fall prevention.
• Perform light household tasks and meal preparation as needed.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in activities.
• Escort clients to appointments and run essential errands.
• Observe changes in health and report to supervisor.

Skills

ADLs support

Mobility assistance

Household tasks

Meal planning & nutrition support

Companionship & social engagement

Documentation & reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Personal Support Specialists. In this role, you will provide essential non-medical care to seniors and individuals with disabilities in the comfort of their own homes. Your support helps our clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Mobility Support: Provide help with walking, transfers (bed to chair), and fall prevention.
• Household Support: Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, dishes, vacuuming, and keeping the living area tidy.
• Nutrition: Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and healthy meal preparation according to client dietary needs.
• Companionship: Offer emotional support, conversation, and engagement in social activities or hobbies.
• Transportation: Escort clients to doctor’s appointments and help with essential errands.
• Reporting: Observe and document any changes in the client's physical or mental health and communicate updates to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Certification: Valid Maine PSS Certification (or willingness to complete training).
• Background: Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Transportation: Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of active auto insurance.
• Character: A patient, sympathetic attitude toward the elderly and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Physical: Ability to perform the physical tasks required of the role (lifting, bending, and standing).