Personal Support Specialist
1 week ago
FLSA Status:
This role is classified as NON-EXEMPT according to the Fair Labor Standards Act provisions.
The work schedule is flexible, potentially requiring shifts during the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts based on the needs of the individuals supported by Change Incorporated.
Assignments may occur in various residential settings.Should working hours extend beyond standard business hours, compensation will adhere to the wage and hour guidelines set forth in the Fair Labor Standards Act as detailed in Change Inc's Personnel Policies and Procedures.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Reports To:
Care Supervisor Position:
Direct Care Staff Hourly Rate:
$18.25 Purpose: The services provided are designed to assist participants in their homes and other community environments.
Responsibilities:
Engaging in the following tasks when the participant (due to physical or mental health challenges) is unable to perform them independently, or providing assistance and guidance to enable the participant to carry them out:
Meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, household maintenance (e.g., changing linens, washing dishes, vacuuming/dusting, laundry, mending clothing), basic home management (e.g., regulating home temperature, proper food storage, managing bill payments).
Supporting personal grooming and hygiene.Proper utilization of emergency medical services.
Assisting or guiding the participant to engage in:
Family, social, and recreational activities.
Effective use of community resources (e.g., social clubs, faith-based organizations).
Accessing routine medical and dental care
Medication management as prescribed, including self-administration of medications.
Promoting healthy habits (e.g., nutritious eating, physical activity, and stress management techniques).
Supporting personal commitments and adherence to scheduled appointments/meetings (e.g., clinical, vocational, educational, and judicial/court).
Assisting or cueing to prevent:
Risky behaviors (e.g., unprotected sex, smoking/excessive tobacco use, unsafe driving practices, unhealthy relationships, and illegal activities).
Substance misuseOverspending
Unnecessary conflicts
Engaging in supportive and problem-solving discussions with the participant
Establishing and nurturing a constructive, supportive companionship with the participant through activities such as:
Accompanying the participant to essential medical, dental, or personal appointments
Reading to or for the participant
Participating in or discussing recreational, hobby, or sports-related activities
Other initiatives aimed at reducing disability, restoring participant functionality, and achieving independent engagement in social, interpersonal, family, or community activities, promoting full community reintegration and independence. Experience: No prior experience is required; training will be provided. Experience with Hoyer Lifts or ABITBI, or previous roles as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is advantageous.
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