Schedule:   Full Time 

Salary:    $17.00 - $18.00/hour – based on experience

Benefits:

•      Generous PTO     

•        Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays

•         Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Plans, Dental, Vision

•         Child Care Reimbursement 

•         Compassionate PTO Donation Program 

•         Flexible Scheduling

•         Employer Paid Life Insurance

•         Employee Assistance Program

•         PTO Cash Out Program

•         Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match

We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated Driver/Activities Assistant.

Driver/Activities Assistant Responsibilities include:

•        Driver vehicle from community to social and other various destinations according to assigned schedule

•        Assist residents into and out of vehicle in a safe manner

•        Secure passengers’ wheelchairs and walkers to restraining devices to stabilize during trip

•        Practice safe driving techniques always

•        Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories and report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs

•        Works with Director of Activities to deliver creating and exciting Resident activities meeting individual needs and interests within the community

Driver/Activities Assistant Education & Experience:

•        High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

•        Five (5) or more years of driving experience required

•        Able to operate a seven (7) to sixteen (16) passenger bus preferred

Company Overview:

Peregrine Senior Living is known for their innovative leadership in revolutionizing care for the elderly.  Joining Peregrine means working for a leader in memory care-based programs, one that has set current standards and will likely define them in the future.  Come join our team and help us revolutionize exceptional care for the senior population.

Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker, located in Albany, NY is a leading provider of senior assisted living and memory care and is committed to providing its residents with exceptional care and supervision.

Employee Appreciation:

•        Peregrine Proud:  Public acknowledgement of exceptional employee performance

•        Monthly All Staff Gift Card Drawings

•        Periodic All Staff Appreciation Community Events

•        Annual Longevity Rewards:  Anniversary Bonus & Celebration

 COVID-19 considerations:  Strict adherence to NYS DOH guidelines & CDC standards.

Peregrine Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nation origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applied to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.  Peregrine Senior Living makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.