Personal Support Specialist

MVH - Caribou is seeking a full-time, evening shift PSS. Candidate must already possess a PSS Certification.

Under the supervision of the Residential Care Director, the Personal Support Specialist provides care that meets the physical and psychosocial needs of residents according to the residents' functional assessment, service plan, and as directed by the supervisor. This care is delivered in a manner that highlights each resident's abilities, preserves dignity and enhances quality of life.

• PSS Certification required.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• High School graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Experience in a nursing home environment or work/volunteer experience with the elderly preferred.

Maine Veterans’ Homes offers competitive wages and a customizable benefits package. Options include employer-contributed medical, dental and vision, company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability, supplemental insurance options including life and accident, dependent and medical flexible spending accounts, participation in the Maine Public Employee’s Retirement System, 403(b) plan with employer match, generous earned benefit time, continuing education opportunities and tuition reimbursement, robust wellness incentive program, and several employee discounts and programs available through payroll deduction.