Driver Assistant

Lutheran SeniorLife; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Hiring incentives

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lutheran SeniorLife in Butler County is seeking a Driver Assistant for day shifts (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). The role focuses on transporting and escorting program participants and supporting transportation coordination as part of the interdisciplinary team.

A minimum of a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of experience with frail or elderly adults, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record are required. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is paid during the first year.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year experience working with frail or elderly population.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation/escort services for participants.
• Assist with transportation coordination as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Elder care experience

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Driver Assistant -$3,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).

Located in Butler County - Full- Time -Daylight 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Driver Assistant rates starting at $15 per hour.

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community-based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.

Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.

LIFE is a program that serves county residents living in Armstrong, Butler, Beaver and Lawrence Counties. It is an all-inclusive comprehensive program that helps individuals maintain their independence in their home and community through supportive services. The LIFE programs offer an array of person-centered services from medical care to adult day supports with the primary goal of allowing individuals to remain in their own home.

Driver Asisstant primarily responsible for providing transportation/escort services for participants. To assist with the overall transportation coordination needs of participants, including communication as part of the interdisciplinary team. Knowledge and support of the mission and values of Lutheran SeniorLife are important to successful performance, as are commitment to and demonstration of a spirit of teamwork.

Qualifications

Driver Assistant qualifications include:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• At least one (1) year experience in working with the frail or elderly population.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Driving record free from infractions including, but not limited to, DUI, negligent, reckless, or excessive minor infractions and convictions.

Benefits

Lutheran SeniorLife offers a variety of benefits to employees and their families, as applicable, including but not limited to: *based on employment status*

• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) health benefits solution. ICHRA provides larger flexibility and customization in medical plan options while still providing the tax benefits of a group plan.
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates, including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and
• Additional Life Insurance Options
• Employer-sponsored child care benefits.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer-sponsored retirement savings plan
• FSA availability, depending on the individual health plan selected
• Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement for Eligible Employees
• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.