Summary Mid Coast-Parkview Health offers all the services you expect from a high-quality community health organization. Mid Coast Hospital provides Surgical Services, Maternity Care, and Behavioral Health services, 24-hour Emergency care, Intensive Care, Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics, Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology, rehabilitation and therapy, and an array of community health & wellness programs aimed at preventing and managing chronic diseases. Conveniently located in beautiful downtown Brunswick, the Mid Coast Hospital Walk-In Clinic offers expert and urgent care for minor medical problems such as cuts, sprains, coughs, and infections, plus on-site diagnostic services, a co-located laboratory service center, and integration with primary care. The Senior Health Center's Assisted Living unit is looking for a part time PSS to join our team!
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Personal Support Specialists (PSS): 0-1 years of experience eligible for $2,500 (full time) 1+ years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time) Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time PSS position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.
- Position Summary This position consists of 24 hours per week.
- The PSS (Personal Support Specialist) is responsible for providing excellent, resident-centered, personal care. This care includes assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, toileting and mobility. In addition, the PSS will help with meal service, laundry, housekeeping and other tasks as assigned. The successful candidate is a compassionate, patient caregiver with high energy and a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: High school diploma preferred; at least 18 years old.
- License/Certifications: PSS certification or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire
- Experience:Prior long-term care experience preferred.
- Exhibit mature responsible behavior.
- Understand and practice resident confidentiality.
- Able to read, write and speak English.
- Able to follow direction and accurately report to the Registered Nurse (or appropriate designee) any changes in resident condition.
- Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
- Must have an acceptable criminal background check.