Personal Support Services (PSS) (Per Diem) in Portland, Maine at EVERHAVEN

About EverHaven

EverHaven is a nurse-led, concierge non-medical personal care agency serving seniors and adults with disabilities across Maine. As a PSS, you will be backed by RN oversight, a clear care plan for every client, and a team that leads with professionalism, calm communication, and genuine respect — for the people we serve and the people who serve them.

What You'll Do

• Follow the individualized care plan developed by the EverHaven RN for each client every visit, every task
• Assist clients with personal care and ADLs: bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and toileting
• Support safe transfers, bed mobility, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and approved assistive devices
• Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and errands per the care plan
• Provide companionship, routine support, and a calm, consistent presence
• Provide medication reminders per EverHaven policy (no administration, no dose prep)
• Observe and promptly report changes in condition or safety concerns to the RN Supervisor
• Complete daily visit notes and EVV documentation accurately and on time
• Follow infection control, OSHA bloodborne pathogen, and safety policies

Schedule

Shifts vary based on client need and may include days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays. Candidates must be flexible — hours grow with client demand as EverHaven expands. This is currently a part-time or per diem position.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Shift differentials for evenings, weekends, and holidays where applicable
• Paid orientation and required training — starting Day 1
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement between client homes
• PTO accrual and holiday pay for eligible employees
• RN-led support and clear service plans — you are never working alone
• PSS training course reimbursement available for eligible employees — conditions apply

Benefits eligibility is based on role classification, average hours worked, and applicable waiting periods. Details provided at offer.

PSS Certification

Active Maine PSS certification is preferred. If you are not yet certified, you are still encouraged to apply EverHaven will support your path to certification.

Per Maine DHHS requirements, employees without PSS certification must enroll in a state-approved PSS training program within 60 days of hire. The program is 50 hours total, delivered primarily online.

EverHaven may reimburse the cost of training for eligible employees who meet conditions set at time of offer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current auto insurance (required — travel between client homes is part of this role)
• Current CPR/BLS per EverHaven policy
• TB screening or risk assessment per EverHaven policy
• Immunizations per EverHaven policy
• Ability to pass Maine Background Check Center (MBCC) screening

MBCC clearance is required but does not automatically guarantee employment. EverHaven applies an individualized suitability review consistent with agency standards and the safety needs of the population we serve.

Preferred

• Active Maine PSS certification or current/prior Maine CNA certificate
• 1+ year experience in home care, assisted living, long-term care, memory care, or a similar caregiving role
• Experience supporting clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or complex chronic conditions

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and repositioning. Ability to support client transfers using proper body mechanics and assistive equipment. Manual lifting generally limited to 35 lbs; heavier transfers require assistive devices or team assist. Must be able to navigate stairs and varied home environments.

Employment with EverHaven is at-will. This posting is not a contract and does not guarantee hours, schedules, benefits, or differentials. All benefit eligibility is subject to plan rules and applicable waiting periods.

EverHaven is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and agency standards.

Job Type: Per Diem Work Location: In person — client homes in Portland and surrounding areas