Personal Support Specialist - Flexible Schedule & Paid Training

Hirebridge; Ellensburg (WA); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Referral program

401(k)

Paid Sick-Time

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Hirebridge seeks a Personal Support Specialist to promote personal growth through goal-based support and daily living assistance in clients’ homes and community settings.

We offer full-time and part-time shifts. Candidates should be 18+, with a valid ID, good communication, and reliable transportation. Training on safety and care plans provided.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (required)
• Intermediate experience with supporting living, preferably with individuals developmentally or otherwise disabled adults.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with emotional and behavioral regulation techniques as outlines in their individual plans.
• Help clients achieve their personal and program goals and evaluate the goals completions and denials.
• Assist with client money management such as petty cash, receipts, checkbook and EBT’s.
• Assist clients with daily hygiene as outlined in their individual care plans, including personal care such as brushing teeth, bathing, hair washing, toileting, and more.
• Administer correct medications to clients and document the activity accordingly, including nurse delegated tasks.
• Transport clients to and from all activities and appointments and/or arrange transportation services as appropriate.
• Complete all daily/weekly/monthly forms, reports, and data sheets.
• Supervise clients’ daily activities and living conditions to ensure adequate health and safety.
• Assist clients with cooking and eating daily meals, and grocery shopping.

Skills

Age 18+

Background check

Driver's license

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Active listening

Reading/writing

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience supporting living for adults with disabilities

Job description

Summary

The primary role of the Personal Support Specialist is to encourage personal growth through goal-based support as well as providing daily living support to KIM clients in their home and in the community. You will strive to motivate and encourage clients toward their goals, reflecting the Residential Service Guidelines. KIM is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following shifts:

Shift: Full time and part time positions available.

Salary

$17.50 - $18.50 hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Help clients with useful emotional and behavioral regulation techniques as outlines in their individual plans.

• Help clients achieve their personal and program goals and evaluate the goals completions and denials.

• Assist with client money management such as petty cash, receipts, checkbook and EBT’s.

• Assist clients with daily hygiene as outlined in their individual care plans, including personal care such as brushing teeth, bathing, hair washing, toileting, and more.

• Administer correct medications to clients and document the activity accordingly, including nurse delegated tasks.

• Transport clients to and from all activities and appointments and/or arrange transportation services as appropriate.

• Complete all daily/weekly/monthly forms, reports, and data sheets.

• Supervise clients’ daily activities and living conditions to ensure adequate health and safety.

• Assist clients with cooking and eating daily meals, and grocery shopping.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

None required

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent (required)

• Intermediate experience with supporting living, preferably with individuals developmentally or otherwise disabled adults.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.

• Criminal background check cleared before working alone unsupervised with the clients.

• Valid driver’s license or State ID.

• Ability to follow instructions, organize and set priorities.

• Outstanding communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension.

• Being able to engage in critical thinking.

Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Sick-Time

• Employee Assistance Plan