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, giving personal and companion care. When working, PSAs provide direct support services onsite within the home of the persons we serve. PSAs can support people up to 24 hours a day.

“Imagine the opportunity being a PSA provides you: responsible for managing a household, keeping it clean and organized, and making sure that the persons served 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. NOTE: Each PSA experience is unique to the routine/schedule of the person they are serving. The below are examples from Sampson’s experience.

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

• Help persons served wake up, get dressed, and complete personal hygiene routines.
• Prepare breakfast and administer any prescribed medications.
• Ensure persons served are ready for their day programs or activities.
• Transportation arrives normally by 8 a.m.

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

This is your time! With persons served away, PSAs can:

• Run personal errands, go shopping, or visit friends.
• Work on their studies, business, or hobbies.
• Take advantage of the quiet time to reflect, journal, or plan for their future.

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

• Prepare and serve dinner.
• Engage in activities—watch TV, play games, or do crafts.
• Ensure persons served are comfortable and prepare them for bed or they may just want to hang out and relax.

Winding Down (9:00 p.m. – Overnight)

• Most persons served settle in for the night, meaning this is time for the PSA 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 – there is an on-call Support 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, gain experience, 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