Compassionate Personal Support Specialist

3 days ago

Rockland, ME, United States Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta Full time

Job Title: Compassionate Personal Support Specialist

Pay Rate: Starting at $18.50 per hour

Schedule: Part-Time

Job Summary: Are you a caring and dependable individual looking to make a meaningful impact? We invite you to join our team as a Personal Support Specialist (PSS). In this rewarding role, you will provide essential hands-on support to clients in their homes, helping them maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
  • Perform light housekeeping duties including meal preparation, laundry, and tidying living spaces.
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
  • Assist with medication reminders (as permitted by state regulations).
  • Monitor and report any changes in the client's condition or behavior.
  • Follow care plans and accurately document daily activities.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and infection control procedures.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certification as a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) or willingness to complete approved training.
  • Previous experience in home care, assisted living, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle physical aspects of the job (e.g., lifting, bending).
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver's license (if travel is required).
  • Must pass background checks and any state-required screenings.

Why Join Us:

  • Competitive starting pay of $18.50/hour.
  • Flexible part-time hours to fit your schedule.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on care and compassion.
  • Opportunity to create a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in your community.

Member businesses are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that business. All inquiries about employment at these businesses should be made directly to the business location.

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