Personal Support Specialist

Job Title: Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

Schedule: Part-Time

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Support Specialist (PSS) to join our team. The PSS provides essential, hands-on support to individuals in their homes, helping them maintain independence and a high quality of life. This role is ideal for someone who is caring, dependable, and committed to making a difference in the lives of others.

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 allowed by state regulations)
Monitor and report any changes in the client's condition or behavior
Follow care plans and document daily activities accurately
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 other state-required screenings

Why Join Us:

Flexible part-time hours

Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the 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, and not to Home Care Association of America.