Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; Bangor (ME); Presencial; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Professional growth

Supportive environment

Meaningful work

Resumo da oferta

Westgate, affiliated with National Health Care Associates, is seeking a Personal Care Assistant. You will provide compassionate, non-medical support with activities of daily living, meal assistance, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team to support residents in a warm, respectful environment.

Starting pay is USD 18.44 per hour. This entry-level role offers training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within a family-run care network dedicated to kindness and excellence.

Qualificações

• PCA / PSS Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Direct care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and empathy required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility).
• Plan, prepare and assist with meals as needed.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor health status.
• Build meaningful connections with residents and families.
• Collaborate with care team on individualized care plans.

Conhecimentos

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

ADL assistance

Formação académica

PCA / PSS Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

A Great Place to Work

Westgate is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

A Great Place to Work

Westgate is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location:

750 Union Street, Bangor, Maine, 04401

Personal Care Assistants are compassionate and dedicated individuals with a calling to make a positive impact on the lives of others. You will provide hands‑on support with daily activities and foster a warm and nurturing atmosphere for our residents. This entry‑level position also offers a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn more about long‑term care and its many career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with non‑medical, activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
• Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required
• Provide medication reminders
• Foster meaningful connections with residents, offering emotional support, companionship, and a listening ear
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to contribute to resident care plans and provide input on individualized care needs
• Monitor and ensure the safety and well‑being of residents, promptly reporting any concerns or changes in health status
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided and any observations, contributing to the overall assessment of resident needs

If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care, and expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Personal Care Assistant.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Westgate team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

Starting from USD $18.44/Hr.

Qualifications Of a Personal Support Specialist Include

• PCA / PSS Certification or equivalent preferred, however, we do provide educational opportunities to obtain certification
• Direct care experience preferred
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare teams
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Dedication to upholding high standards of care

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family‑run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 30 premier providers of short‑term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post‑hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life‑changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.