Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

Engel Place•Bangor, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Personal Support Specialists (PSS) provide hands-on assistance with daily living for older adults with functional limitations and people with disabilities. PSSs provide services related to a member’s physical requirements for assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). A PSS provides these services according to an authorized plan of care, which can be different depending on where and who they are working with. The PSS (Personal Support Specialist) is responsible for providing excellent, resident-centered, personal care. This care includes assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, toileting and mobility. In addition, the PSS will help with meal service, laundry, housekeeping and other tasks as assigned. The successful candidate is a compassionate, patient caregiver with high energy and a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents. As you’re caring for your Residents, you have: Flexible Shifts Tuition reimbursement and education support to grow your career Eligible employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability Paid Time Off available to all employees 401(k)Retirement savings program with employer contribution! A wonderful working environment As a PSS, you will help create a caring environment as part of a clinical team, focusing on providing personal support to your Residents in an Assisted Living environment. Getting to know your Residents is one of the most rewarding parts of this job!

Requirements

High school diploma
Personal Support Specialist Certification OR willingness to be trained as a PSS
Experience with or desire to spend your work day caring for people, especially those who are older and/or chronically ill.
Focus on a high-level of customer service.
Ability to work with independence, flexibility, good judgment, verbal communication, creating a safe environment, positive customer relationships.
Excellent references
Passing the Maine State Background Check

Nice To Haves

Training to become a Certified Residential Medication Aide

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on assistance with daily living for older adults with functional limitations and people with disabilities.
Provide services related to a member’s physical requirements for assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).
Provide services according to an authorized plan of care.
Provide resident-centered, personal care.
Assist with showering/bathing, dressing, toileting and mobility.
Help with meal service, laundry, housekeeping and other tasks as assigned.
Help create a caring environment as part of a clinical team, focusing on providing personal support to residents in an Assisted Living environment.