Personal Support Specialist (PSS) - Weekend Warrior (Fri-Sun)

Woodlands Senior Living of Hallowell; Hallowell (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Senior Living is seeking a Personal Support Specialist to provide compassionate care to residents in a supportive setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor resident well-being, and document care provisions accurately.

Requirements include being 18+, obtaining PSS certification within 120 days, vaccination proof, and excellent English communication. This role emphasizes safety, quality of life, and timely responses to call lights in a caregiving team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must commit to obtaining PSS certification within 120 days of hire.
• Must provide proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella and Influenza.
• Strong command of the English language with the ability to follow oral and written instructions with precision.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility).
• Assist residents with instrumental activities of daily living (telephone usage, light housekeeping, meal prep).
• Respond to resident call lights promptly.
• Perform scheduled resident activities as assigned.
• Accurately document care provisions or changes in resident statuses.

Skills

Compassionate care

English proficiency

Education

PSS certification

Job description

Description

Do you have a background or interest in healthcare with a soft spot in your heart for helping senior citizens and their families? Do you seek a rewarding career within a supportive workplace? Consider joining our team - we offer the opportunity to improve the lives of others while fulfilling your own career goals. Hiring immediately!

Woodlands Senior Living is the first senior living organization in New England to have earned an accreditation by The Joint Commission! What does this mean for you? You could have the opportunity to work with an organization that has surpassed high-level standards of quality, safety, and experience for the residents, families and staff served.

What you will do as a Personal Support Specialist:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, etc.)
• Assist residents with instrumental activities of daily living (using telephone, light housekeeping, meal preparation/service, etc.)
• Respond to resident call lights promptly
• Perform scheduled resident activities as assigned
• Accurately document care provisions or changes in resident statuses.

The benefits to join the team:

• Evening and night shift differentials to thank you for being flexible with your schedule
• Vacation and holiday pay because you deserve time to relax and recharge
• Perfect attendance bonus to recognize your dedication and commitment
• Referral bonus to show our appreciation for seeking new team members
• Tuition assistance because we believe in the investment of your growth and success
• Health, dental, vision and supplemental benefits to support your health
• 401(k) savings and investment plan to prepare for your future

Requirements

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must commit to obtaining PSS certification within 120 days of hire.
• Must provide proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella and Influenza.
• Strong command of the English language with the ability to follow oral and written instructions with precision