Personal Support Specialist

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC; Manchester (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include ADL assistance, mobility support, light housekeeping, meal planning, companionship, transportation, and documenting health observations for the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must have Maine PSS Certification or willingness to complete training.
• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable vehicle, valid license, and active auto insurance.
• Patient, compassionate attitude toward seniors.
• Physical ability to perform ADLs and mobility tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Provide mobility support including transfers and fall prevention.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal planning with dietary considerations.
• Offer companionship and social engagement.
• Escort to appointments and assist with errands.
• Observe changes in health and report to supervisor.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

ADL assistance

Mobility support

Companionship

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maine PSS Certification

Job description

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).