Personal Support Specialist PSS

About the role

The role of a Personal Support Specialist (PSS) at New Communities involves providing caregiver support to seniors to live life fully. Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care and encouraging residents to engage in fun, recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs of residents
• Encourage participation in recreational activities
• Do not administer medications; opportunities to advance to Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA)

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• At least 18 years old
• Experience in direct care preferred but not required; willing to train
• Effective communication skills in English

Benefits

• Paid training opportunities and certifications
• Same day pay option
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off (up to 15 days per year)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5000/year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% company match
• Wellness program including fitness reimbursement
• Birthday bonus

Pay and Schedule

• Full-time positions available (2nd shift)
• Pay rate ranging from $16.10/hr. to $17.85/hr. based on certifications and shift differentials
• Hiring immediately
• No experience necessary; training provided
• Per diem positions not available; flexible scheduling
• Per diem rate of pay is $15.50/hr.