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Sunrise, FL · On-site

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Personal support services provide assistance and training to the recipient in activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and preparation of meals. When specified ...

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Personal Support Worker

Sunrise, FL · On-site

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Personal support services provide assistance and training to the recipient in activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and preparation of meals. When specified ...

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How much do part time personal support worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time personal support worker in the United States is $16.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Personal Support Worker vs Part Time Home Health Aide?

AspectPart Time Personal Support WorkerPart Time Home Health Aide
CredentialsCertification or training in personal support servicesCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or similar training
Work EnvironmentHome care, community settings, assisted living facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, home care
Employer & IndustryHealthcare agencies, community organizationsHospitals, home health agencies, nursing homes

Both roles involve providing personal care and support to clients, often in home or community settings. The main difference lies in certification requirements and typical work environments, with Personal Support Workers focusing more on community and assisted living, while Home Health Aides often work in medical settings like hospitals or nursing homes.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time Personal Support Workers, and how can they be managed?

Part-time Personal Support Workers often encounter challenges such as adapting to variable work schedules and building rapport with clients they may not see as frequently as full-time staff. Balancing multiple clients and shifts can require strong organizational skills and effective communication with both clients and team members. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay proactive in scheduling, seek feedback from supervisors, and remain flexible to meet the changing needs of clients. Building strong relationships with colleagues can also help in sharing best practices and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Personal Support Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Personal Support Worker, you need foundational knowledge in personal care, basic health practices, and usually a PSW certificate or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with mobility aids, assistive devices, and basic medical documentation tools is often required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal skills are crucial for building trust and effectively supporting clients’ daily needs. These skills and qualities ensure safe, respectful, and high-quality care for vulnerable individuals in diverse settings.

What are part time personal support workers?

Part time personal support workers (PSWs) are caregivers who assist individuals with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility, on a part-time basis. They often work with the elderly, people with disabilities, or those recovering from illness in private homes, long-term care facilities, or community settings. Part time PSWs typically have flexible schedules and may work evenings, weekends, or a few days per week, depending on client needs and their own availability.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Personal Support Worker job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,311 per year, or $17 per hour.

Personal Support Worker

Sertoma Star Services

Merrillville, IN

$16/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Northwest Indiana
Department: Indiana Services Department
Status: Full-time and Part-time

Who We Are
At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services’ roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together, we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.

Your Role
As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), you will provide support and supervision to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within the community based setting. You will be responsible for providing person centered supports to ensure consumers can live their best life in their home and community.

Job Summary:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, although other duties may be assigned to meet Agency and family needs:
  • Communicates well with consumers, using their preferred form of communication, to determine their likes, interests, strengths, wants and needs.
  • Treats consumers with dignity and respect, while providing them with the support needed to become as independent as possible.
  • Provides support to consumers to obtain outcomes that will allow them to live their best lives possible as documented in their Person-Centered Individual Service Plan.
  • Provides training and assistance to consumers by completing tasks with the consumer instead of for the consumer.
  • Advocates for consumers wants and needs and helps them advocate for themselves, as requested.
  • Supports consumers to participate fully in their community.
  • Promotes community inclusion by assisting consumers in developing natural supports.
  • Allows consumers to make choices throughout their daily life by providing opportunities and encouragement to learn problem solving skills and take responsibility for choices.
  • Assesses and plans for risks to allow consumers to make informed choices when taking risks to participate in new experiences.
  • Protects the rights of consumers by understanding their rights, educating them on their rights, and ensuring their rights are not violated.
  • Documents all supports provided in a timely manner to include, but not limited to, daily progress notes, incident reports, and injury/illness reports.
  • Works cooperatively with all staff, outside providers, and family members/guardians to ensure high quality services.
  • Follows all agency Policies and Procedures.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively work with coworkers and consumers
  • Knowledge of working with individuals with disabilities
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
  • High School Diploma preferred
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet agency driving requirements when required to provide transportation
Benefits
  • Generous paid time off
  • 13 paid holidays per year
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD amp;D and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 403(b) with company match
  • Tuition assistance
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Reimbursement for conferences and seminars
  • Access to the Alsip Park District Fitness Center for $10.00 per month
Health, Safety, and Culture:
New Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. New Star understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity, we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial background. Our open-door, team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.

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