Personal Support Specialist (PSS) – Day Shift | Competitive Pay & Benefits
Farmington, ME Direct Care
Job Type
Full-time
Description

  

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $1,500 for qualified full-time PSS hires!
Applicants must be fully PSS certified at the time of hire to qualify. The bonus is paid in three installments: $500 after 60 days, $500 after 120 days, and $500 after 180 days of employment. Available to full-time hires only and forfeited if employment ends before 180 days.

Turn Your Compassion Into a Rewarding Career

Looking for a career where your work has a direct impact on someone's quality of life? As a Personal Support Specialist (PSS), you'll have the opportunity to help older adults feel supported, respected, and at home while working alongside a team that values compassionate care.

Woodlands Senior Living is a Maine-based, family-owned-and-operated provider of assisted living and memory care. We are committed to delivering exceptional care while maintaining a safe, inclusive workplace where our teammates can grow and succeed.

Your Day as a PSS

Every day brings opportunities to connect with residents and make a meaningful difference. You'll:

  • Provide assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
  • Help residents with everyday household and lifestyle tasks
  • Assist with meal preparation and service when needed
  • Answer resident call lights and respond to requests in a timely manner
  • Encourage participation in activities and help residents remain engaged
  • Record care provided and communicate important changes in resident status
  • Treat every resident with patience, dignity, and respect

A Workplace That Rewards Your Commitment

Your dedication matters. We offer:

  • Shift differentials for evening and overnight assignments
  • Vacation and holiday pay
  • Perfect attendance incentives
  • Employee referral bonus opportunities
  • Tuition assistance to support professional development
  • Health, dental, vision, and supplemental benefit options
  • 401(k) savings and investment plan
  • Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time PSS hires


Requirements

  

Qualifications

We're looking for dependable individuals who genuinely enjoy helping others.

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Must have PSS certification at hire to receive the sign-on bonus
  • Individuals without certification must commit to completing PSS certification within 120 days of hire
  • Proof of MMR and Varicella immunization/immunity is required
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English and follow written and verbal directions
  • Compassion, reliability, and a willingness to work as part of a care team

If you're ready for work that is personally meaningful and professionally rewarding, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Salary Description
$16 - $24/hour