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Applicants must be in good standing with the CNA Registry. The State of Maine requires healthcare providers to perform criminal background checks on all new employees to protect clients and their families. Although you may obtain certification, anyone with a criminal conviction of client abuse, neglect, exploitation, violence, and/or sexual abuse against any victim or a criminal conviction classified as A, B, C, D, or E within the past ten (10) years may not be considered for employment (State law). If these charges are over ten(10) years, agencies may use their discretion. If you have any questions regarding the above, please contact us. Students must have a CNA certificate and a photo ID to attend the PSS test out.
The personal support specialist program teaches basic fundamental skills as required by the prescribed curriculum approved by DHHS/BEAS. The program consists of the fifteen modules listed below:
The final exam and clinical demonstration is given on site at 11 East Street, Benton, ME 04901. Assistance Plus is not able to accommodate requests for alternate skills training sites.
The tuition for our PSS test out is $75.00 and must be paid prior to the skills lab test out. For all outside students. A $25.00 fee is charged to any student not providing the required 48-hours of cancellation notice.
The PSS program teaches basic fundamental skills as required by the prescribed DHHS/BEAS approved curriculum approved. The program consists of the fifteen (15) modules listed below:
Module fifteen (15) will consist of state paperwork completion, final exam, and clinical demonstration. This will be given at 11 East Street, Benton, ME 04901. Assistance Plus is not able to accommodate requests for alternate skills training sites.
Assistance Plus is a social service and medical agency with offices in Benton, Waterville and Wilton, Maine. We provide long term home care, developmental disabilities, and behavioral health services.
Our Mission: |
By supporting and caring for people at all points in life, together we can make a difference. |
Our Vision: |
Maine ~ where individuals in need receive services that support choices for a quality life. |
Our Values: |
Commitment ~ Integrity ~ Compassion |