Personal Support Specialist Trainee

2 months ago


Bar Harbor, Maine, United States Birch Bay Retirement Village Full time

Job Type:

Full-time

Position Overview:

Embark on a rewarding career with Birch Bay Retirement Village, where we are currently offering WEEKLY INCENTIVE PAY for our dedicated Health Services team members, including CNAs, CRMAs, PSS, and PSS in Training.

Join Our Compassionate Team:

This Full-Time role provides flexible shifts under our Weekly INCENTIVE Pay Program, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments.

Role Summary:

The Personal Support Specialist (in training) is tasked with delivering hands-on care and services tailored to meet the specific needs of residents. Responsibilities include collaborating with other CNA/CRMA/PSS staff, executing the interdisciplinary service plan for each resident, monitoring changes in resident conditions, and documenting their ability to perform self-care tasks. The PSS is responsible for observing, recording, and reporting all aspects of residents' daily living activities to ensure they receive the appropriate level of care.

The PSS will work under the guidance of a preceptor/mentor, following the direction of the RCC or Quality Care Coordinator, and under the supervision of the RN to uphold the highest standards of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual well-being in accordance with the resident service plan and current care standards.

Benefits:

Birch Bay Retirement Village offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, identity theft protection, a matching retirement plan, generous paid time off, and an award-winning wellness program with reimbursement incentives. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continuing education. Some positions may also qualify for sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Birch Bay Retirement Village is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Requirements:

Education, Training, or Certifications Required:

  • Must be at least 18 years old and obtain PSS certification or recertification within 120 days of hire.
Experience Required:
  • One or more years of experience in geriatrics, with familiarity in memory care.
Special Requirements:
  • BLS certification within 120 days of hire; basic computer skills preferred.
Cognitive Requirements:
  • Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written; additional languages preferred. Ability to perform well under stress.
  • Must be able to prioritize tasks, multitask, and follow through on responsibilities.
Physical Demands:
  • Able to stand and work for the majority of an 8-12 hour shift; must be capable of bending and lifting as needed (assisting residents in and out of bed, etc.).
Work Environment:
  • Potential exposure to blood, body fluids, contagious diseases, and periods of high stress.


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