What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSS-I position at MAINE VETERANS HOMES?
Maine Veterans’ Homes is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Maine’s veterans and families. Our vision is to be the Provider and Employer of Choice while recognizing our special role as a Veteran Advocate, and “Caring for Those Who Served.” All six of our facilities have been recognized by the American Health Care Association with awards for Achievement in Quality, placing them in the top five percent of nursing homes across the nation.
Work With The Best - MVH - Scarborough is proud to be the first nursing home in Maine to achieve the National Gold Award for Excellence in Quality from the American Health Care Association, making us one of only 49 nursing homes in the nation to ever earn this prestigious distinction.
Under the supervision of the Residential Care Director, the Personal Support Specialist provides care that meets the physical and psychosocial needs of residents according to the residents’ functional assessment, service plan, and as directed by the supervisor. This care is delivered in a manner that highlights each resident’s abilities, preserves dignity and enhances quality of life.
Apply today and be part of a team caring for those who served.
Requirements:- PSS certification required.
- CPR Certification preferred.
- High School graduate or GED equivalent required.
- Experience in a nursing home environment or work/volunteer experience with the elderly preferred.
- Requires proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Ability to understand and respond to residents’ needs and inquiries in English is required.
- Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in English, is required.
- Basic computer skills
Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
