Day in the Life of a Personal Support Assistant

What started as just a job for a young man figuring out his life has turned into so much more! Sampson Wolloh is a remarkable individual whose journey as a Personal Support Assistant (PSA) at Dungarvin Louisville is nothing short of inspiring. Five years ago, he joined our Kentucky team as a PSA — a position that played a pivotal role in his personal growth.

PSAs provide support services and assistance to individuals in their homes and in the community. Being a PSA at Dungarvin is an opportunity unlike any other. It’s more than just providing care; it’s about building stability, experiencing personal growth, and creating a meaningful impact in the lives of others while setting yourself up for success.

As a Dungarvin PSA, you’re able to provide assistance in a residential setting, providing personal and companion care. When working, PSAs provide direct support services onsite within the home of the persons we serve. PSAs support people up to 24 hours a day, with scheduled breaks and asleep overnights. While PSAs don’t have their own private space, there is designated space to store personal items and a sleeper sofa to rest on overnight. This is because many of our participants have established routines and usually sleep through the night, barring any emergencies or unexpected events. The beauty of this arrangement is the opportunity it presents for those PSAs who are themselves in a transitional phase of life. You have the opportunity to earn a steady income and having free time to pursue one’s own personal goals. For some, this is a steppingstone to something greater.

“Imagine the opportunity being a PSA provides you: responsible for managing a household, keeping it clean and organized, and making sure that the participants are dressed, fed, and ready for their day, every single day,” shared Sylvia Vandroff, Dungarvin Kentucky Area Manager. “Sampson embraced this responsibility with determination, though it was far from easy in the beginning.”

Every day as a PSA brings new experiences, but a general day might look something like the following:

Morning Routine (5:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.)

• Help participants wake up, get dressed, and complete personal hygiene routines.
• Prepare breakfast and administer any prescribed medications.
• Ensure participants are ready for their day programs or activities.

Daytime Flexibility (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)

This is your time! With participants away, PSAs can take advantage of the quiet time to focus on personal items.

Afternoon & Evening (3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

• Prepare and serve dinner.
• Engage in activities with individuals supported—watch TV, play games, or do crafts.
• Ensure participants are comfortable and eventually prepare them for bed.

Winding Down (9:00 p.m. – Overnight)

• Most participants settle in for the night; this is time for PSAs to relax before getting some rest themselves.
• In case of any nighttime needs or emergencies, the PSA is there to assist.
• If there are ever any on-call emergencies, support is available 24/7.

Sampson’s story is a testament to the opportunities and growth that the PSA positions at Dungarvin can offer. It’s more than a job — it’s a chance to build a future, save money, and develop skills that will serve you for a lifetime.

If you are someone who has a desire to create lasting, positive impacts on people’s lives, consider becoming a PSA today! Click here to apply: https://www.dungarvincareers.com/SearchResults.aspx?SearchTerm=PSA.