Personal Support Specialist

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC; Windsor (ME); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

AM WELL ASSISTANCE SOLUTIONS LLC is seeking Personal Support Specialists to provide compassionate, non-medical in-home care for seniors and individuals with disabilities. You will assist with ADLs, mobility, light housekeeping, meal planning, companionship, and transportation while documenting any health changes to the supervisor.

The role emphasizes reliability, patience, and a commitment to maintaining clients’ independence and dignity in their own homes.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Dedication

Attention to detail

Education

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).