A Personal Support Specialist is an unlicensed assistive person employed to provide hands-on assistance with daily living for older adults and people with disabilities. The job description varies based on the type and scope of the organization, however, the following core duties are listed on the Personal Support Specialist Resume– providing hands-on assistance with daily living for older adults and people with disabilities, working with clients one-on-one in a home-based or community setting, assisting clients with personal care and hygiene and with household services, such as laundry, light housekeeping, and meal preparation; processing clients open, and completing administrative paperwork, and performing PSS supervision.
Those who have the following qualifications fit best this role – a caring and compassionate personality, experience in a similar role, valid driving license, the ability to help others, and knowledge of responding to emergency response. While some states don’t expect any type of education, some states want their employees to have at least a nursing degree.
Objective : Reliable, patient-focused Personal Support Specialist professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through eight years of experience as a CNA. Certified Nurse Aide and Nationally Certified Phlebotomy Technician. Compassionate and technically skilled in caring for patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
Skills : Bartending, Janitorial, Front Desk/ Night Audit, Housekeeping, Dispatcher.
Description :
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Headline : To obtain a Personal Support Specialist, responsible for Following the instructions of the Personal Support Specialist Supervisor in providing personal assistance services, Providing assistance with hygiene such as bathing, oral care, and dressing.
Skills : Microsoft Office, CPR Certified.
Description :
Assisted elderly individuals with both mental and physical disabilities.
Routined everyday was the same: adults arrived from day program, we would get settled, have afternoon snack, do some activities ( go for a walk outside, color, do crossword puzzles, practice independence).
Made a huge difference in their lives helping them with little every day tasks that most people take for granted.
Comforted the individuals families knowing that they were properly being cared for.
Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, transferring in/out of bed, bathroom, and general health maintenance.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Summary : Highly qualified Personal Support Specialist with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Planning Skills, Tracking Skills.
Description :
Responsible to meet the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Consisted of providing support to each client with their health and safety.
Used of T-Log system to document medications, medical, and medical equipment.
Used GERS system to enter data of behavior or injury.
Used MARS system is an online registry of all medication's clients are currently and historically prescribed.
Health Tracked such as sleep, seizures, activity level, and demeanor.
Used of S-Comm an in-house email and networking system.
Shuttled clients to and from work along with other locations, grocery shopping, scheduling outings for clients, maintaining sanitation within the household, and preparing meals for clients.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Summary : Personal Support Specialist with 3 years of experience in Observing and reporting any safety hazards found in the client's home or any significant observations regarding the client, Reporting client complaints to the Personal Support Specialist Supervisor.
Supported independence among the elderly in their home.
Assisted with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating; as well as homemaking services such as cleaning the bathroom, doing the dishes, and doing laundry Accomplishments Although I am helping other people I learn more from my clients, than I think they learn from me.
Helped people who lost the ability to take care of themselves, in doing so helps me appreciate my life and health.
Learned patience, and compassion in my experience with Homecare for Maine.
Learned that everyone has a story, and everyone just wants their story and experiences heard and recognized.
Demonstrated at this job are compassion, caring, patience, humility.
Applied and take out catheters, give CPR and Heimlich maneuver.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Summary : Seeking a Personal Support Specialist position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Assisted individuals in planning their daily/weekly schedules (i.e. - work schedules, activities, medical/dental appointments, vacations, etc.) and carrying out activities.
Taught skills for increased independence (i.e. - self-help, personal hygiene, social skills, etc.).
Assisted individuals in broadening their awareness and use of community resources (i.e. - transportation, businesses, libraries, social services, etc.).
Fostered individual rights, self-determination, and independence.
Transported individuals from their homes to various activities within the community and back safely.
Experienced in behavior management, crisis intervention, and hands-off problem-solving is a plus.
Identified and supported individual personalities and preferences of people supported.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Diploma In Education
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Headline : As a Personal Support Specialist, responsible for Maintaining client confidentiality/adhering to HIPAA requirements and agency policy and procedures manual, Possessing the ability to follow written and oral instructions, and also Reporting abnormal findings in clients conditions as observed and per service plan to Personal Support Specialist Supervisor.
Functioned as part of a team assisting with family and individual counseling.
Managed client personal records according to HIPAA regulations.
Provided individualized services for people with mental health by providing counseling, linking clients into the community, and advocating for the clients as needed.
Provided professionalism and excellent customer service to clients and their families during the monthly meetings.
Followed the plan of care to help the patient to maintain good personal hygiene and maintain a healthful, safe environment, is to perform ONLY those functions specified for each individual patient.
Participated in developing, writing, implementing, evaluating assessing and revising overall treatment goals and plans in conjunction with the Individualized Treatment Team (ITT) Available for crisis calls on a weekly basis.
Used Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Short-term counseling, and crisis intervention skills Familiar with the care planning processes Team Player Good motivational skills Self-Starter Active listening skills.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's In Business Administration
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Objective : Personal Support Specialist with 4+ years of experience in providing direct resident care including assistance with bathing, dressing, ambulation, transferring, and other physical and personal care assistance, Observing, reporting, and documenting changes in resident behavior and general condition, Maintaining accurate medical records which include height, weight, vital signs, ADL, and IADL.
Skills : Planning Skills, Transportation Skills.
Description :
Assisted person with disabilities with daily living activities at the person's home.
Administered bedside and personal care such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
Prepared and maintained records of services performed.
Provided companionship.
Prepared nutritious meals.
Transported clients to locations outside of the home such as physicians' offices.
Responsible for assisting the parents with molding behavior and encouraging positive behaviors.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Summary : As a Personal Support Specialist, responsible for communicating effectively in English, both verbal and in writing. Additional languages preferred high performance under stressful situations, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and follow-through.
Responsible for giving them medication and setting their appointments as well as transportation.
Helped their function on a day-to-day basis in society.
Helped them gain independence.
Used excellent communication skills, initiative and willingness to learn as well as go above and beyond volunteering for things others aren't willing to do.
Used my problem-solving skills when faced with different situations in other people's homes.
Used ISP Data system provides client's goals and objectives and collects data to track the progress of goals.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Diploma In Education
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Headline : Personal Support Specialist responsible for providing a safe environment for residents, which includes: providing the appropriate support in event of an emergency, maintaining a clean environment and sanitary equipment, and ensuring adequate supplies.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, Filmmaker Pro, IMovie, Mac Proficient, PC Proficient.
Description :
ln charged of assisting diabetic consumers with medical needs including educating them on proper monitoring and medication administration.
Monitored consumers to identify hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
Encouraged consumer independence through education and by using a hands-on approach.
Accompanied consumers on outings such as grocery shopping and doctor's appointments.
Administered bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance.
Transported clients to locations outside the home, such as physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
Experienced in-home care preferred.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Personal Support Specialist Resume
Objective : Achievement-based and performance-oriented occupational therapist applying to obtain an outpatient pediatric therapy position Mission Statement I aspire to incorporate a holistic environment that promotes restoration through acceptance, commitment, and respect. I will dedicate my professional career, my practice, and my education to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of my past, present, and future patients'.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Customer Service, Typing, Organized, Data Entry Experience, Communication.
Description :
Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands.
Planned, shopped for, or prepared nutritious meals or assist families in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals.
Frequently attended IEP meetings, behaving as an advocate for the child, as well as assisting in writing behavioral plans.
Transported clients in my car, provided bathing, dressing, light meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
Helped to create an environment for individuals with both physical and mental impairments.
Assisted physicians, nurses, and physical therapists to help maintain the health and quality of life of those being cared for.
Provided elderly with personal and homemaking services.
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