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ICAN

Personal Support Staff - Part Time

Waseca, MN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

PRIMARY PERSONAL SUPPORT STAFF: * Follows Personal Support Staff duties and responsibilities * Ensures the completion of each individuals Outcomes, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Daily ...

ICAN

Personal Support Staff - Part Time

Waseca, MN · On-site

PRIMARY PERSONAL SUPPORT STAFF: * Follows Personal Support Staff duties andresponsibilities * Ensures the completion of each individuals Outcomes, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Daily ...

ICAN

Personal Support Staff - Full Time

Waseca, MN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

PRIMARY PERSONAL SUPPORT STAFF: * Follows Personal Support Staff duties and responsibilities * Ensures the completion of each individuals Outcomes, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Daily ...

ICAN

Personal Support Staff - Full Time

Waseca, MN

PRIMARY PERSONAL SUPPORT STAFF: * Follows Personal Support Staff duties andresponsibilities * Ensures the completion of each individuals Outcomes, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Daily ...

ICAN

Personal Support Staff - Asleep Overnights

Waseca, MN · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

PRIMARY PERSONAL SUPPORT STAFF: * Follows Personal Support Staff duties andresponsibilities * Ensures the completion of each individuals Outcomes, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Daily ...

Addison Group

Personal Assistant

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

This role blends high-level Executive Assistant support with comprehensive Personal Assistant responsibilities, ensuring seamless operations across both business and personal domains. This full-time ...

Addison Group

Personal Assistant

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

This role blends high-level Executive Assistant support with comprehensive Personal Assistant responsibilities, ensuring seamless operations across both business and personal domains. This full-time ...

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How much do personal support jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for personal support in Minnesota is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $17.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a personal support worker?

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) are caregivers who assist individuals with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility. They often work with elderly clients, people with disabilities, or those recovering from illness or surgery, either in private homes or healthcare settings. PSWs provide essential emotional and physical support to help clients maintain independence and improve their quality of life. Their responsibilities can also include light housekeeping and assisting with medication reminders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a personal support worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Personal Support Worker, you need a solid understanding of basic healthcare practices, personal care techniques, and often a PSW certificate or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with assistive devices, patient transfer equipment, and documentation systems is typically required. Compassion, patience, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this field. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring clients' well-being, comfort, and dignity while supporting their daily living needs.

What are some common challenges faced by personal support workers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Personal Support Workers often encounter challenges such as managing the emotional demands of caring for clients with complex needs, balancing multiple tasks during busy shifts, and maintaining clear communication with healthcare teams and family members. To manage these challenges, it is important to practice good self-care, seek support from colleagues and supervisors, and stay organized with thorough documentation. Building strong relationships with clients and utilizing available training can also help PSWs deliver compassionate, effective care while maintaining their own well-being.

What is the difference between Personal Support vs Personal Care Aide?

AspectPersonal SupportPersonal Care Aide
CertificationsOften requires basic training or certification depending on regionTypically requires certification or training in personal care
Work EnvironmentAssists clients in homes, community settings, or healthcare facilitiesPrimarily works in home care or healthcare settings
Job DutiesProvides companionship, assistance with daily activities, and support servicesFocuses on personal hygiene, dressing, and basic health support
Industry UsageCommonly used in healthcare, social services, and community supportPrimarily used in home health and assisted living facilities

Personal Support and Personal Care Aide roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope. Personal Support offers broader assistance, including companionship and daily activity support, while Personal Care Aides focus more on personal hygiene and health-related tasks. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in healthcare and community services.

Personal Support jobs near you
Infographic showing various Personal Support job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,584 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Personal Support

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Cornerstone Home Health Care Inc
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Cornerstone Home Health Care Incexternal

$18 - $19.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and assisting with mobility and transfers.

  • Assist clients with activities related to their health and safety, including medication assistance, skin care, and maintaining a safe environment.

  • Complete documentation of care provided and observations, and respond promptly to client requests.

Job description

 QUALIFICATIONS
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Valid driver’s license and record that meets insurance requirements
  • Pass a background check that meets DHS guidelines
  • Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments.
  • Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders.
  • Possess good interpersonal communication skills.
  • Possess and maintain good physical and mental health, including current TB testing (refer to Health Screening policy).
  • Have US Citizenship or evidence of alien work permit.
  • Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect as defined in Minnesota Statutes Section 626.557.
  • Must not misuse or show dependency on mood altering chemicals including alcohol.
  • Must have successfully completed mandatory PCA Standardized Training and passed test with a score of 80% or greater.
  • Must have completed one or more of the following:
    • A Nursing Assistant training program or its equivalent for which competency as a Nursing Assistant is determined according to a test administered by State Board of Vocational Technical Education or
    • A Homemaker-Home Health Aide training program using a curriculum recommended by Minnesota Department of Health or
    • An accredited educational program for registered nurses or licensed practical nurses or
    • A training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform personal care assistant services specified by the Agency or
    • Determination by the supervising RN that the assistant has the skills required, through training and experience, to perform the personal care services under Covered Services in Medical Assistance Manual.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
  • Provide bowel and bladder care.
  • Perform skin care, including prophylactic routine and palliative measures documented in Plan of Care.
  • Assist with range of motion exercises.
  • Provide respiratory assistance.
  • Perform transfers.
  • Assist with bathing, grooming and hair washing necessary for personal hygiene.
  • Perform turning and positioning.
  • Assist with medication (normally self-administered).
  • Apply and maintain prosthetics and orthotics.
  • Clean equipment.
  • Assist with dressing/undressing.
  • Provide assistance with food, nutrition and diet activities.
  • Accompany client to obtain medical diagnoses or treatment.
  • Provide services necessary to maintain client’s personal health and safety.
  • Assist client to complete daily living skills such as personal/oral hygiene.
  • Assist with incidental household services.
  • Complete the appropriate records to document cares given and pertinent observations.
  • Respond and attend to client requests promptly.
  • Maintain proper hand washing techniques.
  • Maintain a safe environment.
  • Maintain client confidentiality; treat clients and families with respect.
  • Understand, accept and respond to the emotional needs of each client.
  • Participate in in-service programs to meet compliance requirements.
  • Accept and fulfill assignments with the Agency; exercise judgment in accepting assignments.
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.