What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Support Specialist (PSS) position at Gateway Community Services?
Flexible Schedule & Paid Training!
Do you have a great personality with a passion for improving the lives of others? Do you desire to work for a company with great values and a friendly, caring team environment? GCS is growing at an incredible rate and WE NEED GREAT STAFF! Come join us to see why Gateway is one of Maine’s fastest growing Social Service Agencies!
Here at Gateway Community Services we offer very competitive pay and great benefits because we know that happy staff leads to a better, more engaging client experience. Our success as an agency is wholly dependent on the quality of our staff!
Description:
A Personal Support Specialist (PSS) provides support for clients on tasks of daily life, to help clients live independently and with dignity. In this role, you will engage in activities guided by the client service plan. These tasks can include cooking, light housekeeping, hygiene, grocery shopping, and other aspects of independent living. PSS staff are compassionate and consistent in their work, and can have a single client or several clients, dependent on staff preferences.
Requirements:
- 18 years of age, or older
- High School Diploma/GED
- Driver’s license
- Reliable, insured vehicle
- Afternoon & evening availability
- Must have a Cellphone for EVV logs
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- 100% paid training (including CPR/First Aid and Safety-Care Certification)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Full-time benefits for staff working 30 hours per week
- Medical insurance package
- Paid Holidays
- Paid sick time
- Paid annual vacation time
- Competitive 401K benefits
- Small loan and Financial wellness program
- Comprehensive employer sponsored discount benefits
- Diverse and multi-cultural environment
- Supportive and conducive work environment
- Open door management policy allowing staff immediate access to support
Please Note: This position is not remote
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Waterville, ME (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Waterville, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19
