Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

Assistance-Plus; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time

Paid time off

Job summary

Assistance Plus seeks a Personal Support Specialist to assist clients with daily living activities in their homes across a 30 mile radius. The role involves mobility support, meal assistance, light housekeeping, and documentation of client changes. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a valid Maine driver's license and automobile insurance, and can access email/internet. Training for PSS certification is provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Proof of vehicle insurance and a valid Maine driver’s license required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Entry level computer experience and access to email/internet required.
• PSS certification will be provided at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ADLs per their service plan.
• Help with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care.
• Support mobility and transfers using assistive devices as directed.
• Transport clients within a 30 mile radius when authorized.
• Assist with meal planning/preparation and shopping as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping and errands per client needs.
• Observe and report changes in client health or behavior.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment and follow infection control protocols.

Skills

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

18+ years old

Email/internet access

PSS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PSS certification (will train)

Job description

The Personal Support Specialist (PSS) provides clients with assistance in activities of daily living (ADLs) which are outlined in the client service plan. Personal Support Specialists consistently deliver exceptional client service. The PSS will follow infection control procedures using universal precautions and will use proper body mechanics to ensure safety. The PSS will typically go to the homes of several clients during the work shift and will be responsible for transportation.This position will be required to meet the requirements of an irregular, changing schedule, working late in the day as well as on weekends and will be required to travel within a 30 mile radius of their home.Duties include and are not limited to:Following duties in clients service planAssisting client with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, nail, hair, skin and foot careAssisting clients with elimination needs such as assistance to and from bathroom or commode, assisting with bedpan or urinal, catheter, ostomy and incontinent careAssisting client with ambulating needs, assistive devices such as walker, cane, wheelchair, bed mobility, bed and chair transfers, Hoyer lift, gait belt and ROM, locomotion under professional supervisionTransporting when authorizedAssisting client with their nutritional needs including meal planning and preparation, shopping, assisting or prompting with feedingAssisting clients with household duties by practicing good housekeeping techniques such as kitchen and bathroom cleanup, dusting, vacuuming, laundry and when authorized shopping and running errandsObserving, reporting and documenting any changes in the clients physical or mental status such as eating, sleeping, and general behaviorPromoting a safe and clean environmentReporting any identified safety hazards found in the homePerforming other duties as assignedPosition Requirements:Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine drivers license are requiredMust be 18 years of age or olderProof of completion of the tenth grade is required. High school diploma or equivalent is preferredEntry level computer experience and must have access to email/internetPSS certification (Will train at no cost to you!)Benefits:Mileage reimbursementFlexible schedulePaid travel timePaid time offWorking within 30 miles of your homeNo vaccine requirementWork/life balanceAssistance Plus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.