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Support Worker / Personal Support Specialist (PSS)
Pay Range: $18–$23 per hour, based on experience and certification
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Schedule
Location: York, Cumberland, Androscoggin, Kennebec, and Sagadahoc Counties
Company: Maine Happy Homecare LLC
Job Summary
Maine Happy Homecare LLC is seeking dependable, compassionate, and caring individuals to join our team as Support Workers / Personal Support Specialists (PSS).
In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes, helping them remain safe, comfortable, independent, and connected to their daily routines. Our caregivers play an important role in improving quality of life while treating every client with dignity, patience, and respect.
You will work directly with clients and provide personalized assistance based on their individual care plan and needs.
What You’ll Do
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
- Help with meal preparation, eating, and approved dietary needs
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a safe home environment
- Support clients with errands, shopping, and other approved daily activities
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and approved adaptive equipment when properly trained
- Observe and report changes in a client’s condition, behavior, or needs
- Maintain accurate visit documentation and properly clock in and out for scheduled shifts
- Follow each client’s care plan, agency policies, and confidentiality requirements
- Communicate professionally with clients, families, care coordinators, and office staff
Basic Qualifications
- Compassionate, dependable, patient, and professional
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently in a client’s home
- PSS certification preferred, or willingness to complete required training
- Previous caregiving experience is helpful but not required for all positions
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned clients
- Ability to meet all applicable agency and state employment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in home care, direct support, assisted living, long-term care, or similar settings
- Experience supporting older adults or individuals who need assistance with daily living
- Familiarity with mobility assistance and transfer equipment
- CPR and First Aid certification, when applicable
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Maine Happy Homecare LLC, we believe caregivers should feel supported, respected, and appreciated for the important work they do.
We are committed to creating a positive work environment where employees can build meaningful relationships with clients while having the flexibility and support they need to succeed.
We Offer:
- Competitive pay of $18–$23 per hour
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- Consistent hours based on client availability
- Training and PSS certification support for eligible applicants
- Supportive and responsive office staff
- Opportunities to work with clients close to your area
- Opportunities for growth and additional hours
- A welcoming, team-focused work environment
Join Our Team
If you are someone who enjoys helping others and wants your work to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.
Join Maine Happy Homecare LLC and become part of a team focused on providing dependable, respectful, and compassionate care to individuals throughout Maine.
Call us today:
207-712-8282
207-272-1195
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Base Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23