Personal Support Specialist

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC; Northport (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC in Maine is seeking compassionate Personal Support Specialists to provide non-medical in-home care for seniors and individuals with disabilities. You will help with daily living activities and maintain clients' independence and quality of life.

The role covers personal care, mobility support, light housekeeping, meal planning, companionship, and transportation, with thorough documentation and supervisor communication.

Qualifications

• Maine PSS certification (or willingness to complete training).
• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and active auto insurance.
• Patient, empathetic attitude toward the elderly and a commitment to quality care.
• Physical ability to perform the tasks required, including lifting, bending, and standing.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Mobility Support: help with walking, transfers, and fall prevention.
• Household Support: light housekeeping, laundry, dishes, and tidiness.
• Nutrition: meal planning, grocery shopping, and healthy meal prep.
• Companionship: provide emotional support and engage in activities.
• Transportation: accompany to appointments and assist with errands.
• Reporting: document changes and communicate updates to supervisor.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Patience

Education

HS Diploma

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).