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Portland , ME 04019 US
Care Assistant, Entry-Level , Maine | Up to $17/HourPortland , ME 04019 US
Posted: 06/05/2024 2024-06-05 2025-12-20 Employment Type: Homecare Profession: Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Job Number: 700125 Specialty: Home Health
Job Description
Care Assistant, Entry-Level, Maine | Up to $17/Hour
Looking for rewarding part-time work? Interested in helping seniors in your community? Want to get into a career in healthcare but don’t know where to start?
Hi! We’re MAS Home Care, and we’re looking for people like you! Our dedicated staff provides personalized care to patients, most often in the comfort of their home. We’re filling a critical and growing need in healthcare and provide a flexible option for our team members to earn great pay and build in-demand skills.
This is an entry-level opportunity – no prior experience in healthcare is necessary!
We’re looking for Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to work with our clients throughout Maine.
Perks and Benefits:
Job Overview:
As a PSS, you may be required to provide transportation, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and daily living assistance to patients, typically in an in-home setting.
At MAS Home Care we work as a team with patients and their families to provide the highest quality of care. Our goal is to ensure the health and safety of our clients while promoting independence.?
This role takes a special kind of person who is patient, trusting, communicative, and empathetic.
Job Details:
Requirements:
MAS Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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Care Assistant, Entry-Level, Maine | Up to $17/Hour
Looking for rewarding part-time work? Interested in helping seniors in your community? Want to get into a career in healthcare but don’t know where to start?
Hi! We’re MAS Home Care, and we’re looking for people like you! Our dedicated staff provides personalized care to patients, most often in the comfort of their home. We’re filling a critical and growing need in healthcare and provide a flexible option for our team members to earn great pay and build in-demand skills.
This is an entry-level opportunity – no prior experience in healthcare is necessary!
We’re looking for Personal Support Specialists (PSS) to work with our clients throughout Maine.
Perks and Benefits:
Competitive pay up to $17/hour
Industry-leading benefits, including health, dental & supplemental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) program with company match for those who qualify
Painless credentialing process, so you can start earning quickly
Daily instant pay option for most shifts – always free and there when you need it
Weekly direct deposit
20 years of experience helping medical professionals find rewarding careers
Job Overview:
As a PSS, you may be required to provide transportation, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and daily living assistance to patients, typically in an in-home setting.
At MAS Home Care we work as a team with patients and their families to provide the highest quality of care. Our goal is to ensure the health and safety of our clients while promoting independence.?
This role takes a special kind of person who is patient, trusting, communicative, and empathetic.
Job Details:
Flexible part-time shifts available
Assists with promoting client independence
Provide daily living support including bathing, dressing, and grooming
Light housekeeping may be required
Demonstrates competency in carrying out patient care/treatments
Requirements:
No Experience Necessary! Our team will provide training required to be an exceptional PSS!
Must have a desire to help others
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Clean driving record and background check
Per state guidelines flu vaccination is required
MAS Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Positions for entry-level Care Assistants in Portland often offer flexible part-time schedules to accommodate varying availability. This flexibility allows team members to balance other commitments while gaining valuable healthcare experience in home care settings.
An entry-level Personal Support Specialist usually assists with everyday needs such as meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation, and personal care like bathing and dressing, primarily in patients' homes. These duties help promote client independence and well-being.
While no prior healthcare experience is required, candidates must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and pass a background check. Additionally, Maine state guidelines require flu vaccination to ensure client safety in homecare environments.
Given the growing senior population in Portland, Care Assistants may encounter a high demand for compassionate, patient-centered care. Adapting to diverse home environments and fostering trust with clients and families are key to success locally.
Mas Medical Staffing offers competitive wages up to $17/hour for entry-level Care Assistants, which aligns well with or exceeds typical pay rates for similar in-home personal support roles in Maine, especially considering additional benefits and flexible scheduling.
Starting as a Care Assistant at Mas Medical Staffing provides foundational healthcare skills with room to advance into specialized home health roles or related healthcare careers, supported by ongoing training and the company’s extensive network in Maine’s medical staffing sector.
Mas Medical Staffing provides Care Assistants in Portland with perks like daily instant pay options, comprehensive health and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company matching—benefits tailored to support employee well-being while fostering long-term career growth.
Yes, having a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is essential since Care Assistants often travel to client homes across Maine. This mobility ensures timely, personalized support and flexibility to serve diverse communities within the Portland area.
Entry-level Care Assistants focus heavily on fostering independence through hands-on assistance with daily living activities in patients’ homes. Unlike clinical positions, this role emphasizes empathy, communication, and basic support rather than medical procedures.
Portland’s aging population drives strong demand for caregiver roles, increasing opportunities for entry-level applicants. Newcomers benefit from this trend as agencies like Mas Medical Staffing actively seek compassionate individuals to meet growing community needs.
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