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Laurel Hill Center

PSS Case Manager

Eugene, OR · On-site

The PSS (Peer Support Specialist) Case Manager is an active member of the Ancillary services program and provides case management and peer support services to individuals diagnosed with a serious ...

Laurel Hill Center

PSS Case Manager

Eugene, OR

Description The PSS (Peer Support Specialist) Case Manager is an active member of the Ancillary services program and provides case management and peer support services to individuals diagnosed with a ...

Laurel Hill Center

PSS Case Manager

Eugene, OR · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

The PSS (Peer Support Specialist) Case Manager is an active member of the Ancillary services program and provides case management and peer support services to individuals diagnosed with a serious ...

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NY Connects Social Worker

Brooklyn, NY

For over 60 years PSS has performed vital and important work -- through its ten centers and affiliated programs. The agency touches the lives of over 2,000 people each day. As the Community Social ...

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NY Connects Social Worker

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$32.97 - $35.71/hr

For over 60 years PSS has performed vital and important work -- through its ten centers and affiliated programs. The agency touches the lives of over 2,000 people each day. As the Community Social ...

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What are PSS (Personal Support Specialists)?

Personal Support Specialists (PSS) are professionals who assist individuals with daily living activities, typically in a home or community setting. Their responsibilities often include helping with personal hygiene, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility support. PSS workers play a crucial role in supporting elderly individuals, people with disabilities, or clients recovering from illness or surgery, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life. While educational requirements vary by state or employer, PSS workers usually complete a specialized training program and may need certification.

What is the difference between Pss vs Security Guard?

AspectPssSecurity Guard
Required CredentialsSecurity certifications, training in safety protocolsSecurity certifications, basic safety training
Work EnvironmentCorporate, government, or industrial sitesPublic spaces, private properties, events
Employer & Industry UsageSecurity firms, government agenciesPrivate security companies, organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Pss and Security Guard roles involve security responsibilities, but Pss often requires specialized certifications and may work in more corporate or industrial settings. Security Guards typically operate in public or private property protection. While their duties overlap, Pss roles tend to focus on more technical or specialized security tasks, making them distinct in training and work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Personal Support Specialist (PSS), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Personal Support Specialist, you need basic healthcare knowledge, personal care skills, and often a state-recognized PSS certification. Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and medical equipment for mobility or hygiene assistance is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication are vital soft skills for building trust with clients and providing emotional support. These skills and qualifications ensure clients receive safe, respectful, and effective daily care, enhancing their quality of life and independence.

What are some common challenges faced by a Patient Support Specialist (PSS) and how can they be managed?

Patient Support Specialists often navigate challenges such as balancing multiple patient inquiries, handling sensitive health information, and addressing urgent concerns with empathy and accuracy. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and familiarity with healthcare systems are key to managing these demands. Seeking support from team members and staying updated on healthcare regulations also help PSS professionals provide high-quality assistance while maintaining patient confidentiality and satisfaction.
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PSS Case Manager

PSS Case Manager

Laurel Hill Center

Eugene, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Description:

The PSS (Peer Support Specialist) Case Manager is an active member of the Ancillary services program and provides case management and peer support services to individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders (serious mental illness and substance use disorder). The PSS Case Manager will use their own lived experience to demonstrate how they have directed their own recovery, and to help engage, mentor, and advocate for vulnerable individuals.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Assist participants in articulating personal recovery goals using individual and group sessions by helping participants identify strengths, create goals, develop recovery plans with the skills, strengths, supports, and resources to aid them in achieving those goals
  • Utilize tools such as Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) to assist participants in creating their own individualized wellness and recovery plans
  • Assist participants in working with their therapist, and/or treatment team in determining the steps they need to take in order to achieve these goals
  • Assist participants in locating, accessing, and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups
  • Assist participants in identifying, accessing, and using community resources and overcome fears so that participants gain hope and learn to identify their strengths
  • Use individual and/or group mentoring and modeling to assist participants with developing empowerment skills and combating stigma
  • Clearly and consistently communicate with program staff about the needs, experience, and observations of participants, and ways to improve the program to support participant success
  • Actively seek out and engage clients where they are (e.g., on the streets, in encampments, or local shelters) to build rapport and assess their immediate need
  • Complete necessary documentation, including clinical progress notes and quarterly reviews, using a computer in a timely and accurate manner

Other Job Functions:

  • Participate in agency and staff team meetings as needed
  • Other duties as assigned


Requirements:
  • Completion of a state-approved 40-hour PSS training course
  • PSS certification on the Oregon Traditional Health Worker Registry (Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) certification, or PSS with a specialization in co-occurring disorders is preferred)
  • Willingness to identify as a consumer of mental health services
  • Valid Oregon Driver License in accordance with Laurel Hill Center vehicle use policy and procedures
  • Documentation of successful completion of a background and fingerprint check as specified by Oregon law, as well as a urinalysis drug screen

Drug Screening Requirement

Successful candidates must complete and maintain compliance with Laurel Hill Center’s drug-free workplace standards, which include:

  • Passing a urinalysis drug screening with a negative result for THC
  • Ongoing compliance with agency drug testing policies, as applicable
  • While marijuana is legal under Oregon state law, this requirement is based on Laurel Hill Center’s contractual, regulatory, and funding obligations, which mandate adherence to drug-free workplace standards.
  • Failure to meet or maintain these requirements may impact employment eligibility.