Activity Assistant / Van Driver at German Centre – West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Activity Assistant / Van Driver (Per diem)
$22.00/hour – $25.00/hour
German Centre – Edelweiss Village
Longmeadow, MA

Make a difference in someone's life every day.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: The Van Driver serves as a representative of the community and plays an important role in creating a positive experience for residents while supporting their independence and quality of life.
• Position type: Per Diem / Casual
• Competitive Pay: $22.00/hour – $25.00/hour
• Flexible Schedule: PRN, daytime hours
  • Scheduled based on resident transportation needs, including medical appointments and community outings
  • Typically approximately two days per week for appointments and two days per week for outings, depending on weekly needs
  • Start and end times vary based on schedules and destinations
• Location: On‑site at German Centre – Edelweiss Village
• Benefits: Not benefit‑eligible
• No weekends or holidays required

• Safely transport residents to medical appointments, recreational outings, and scheduled community activities
• Assist residents with entering and exiting the vehicle safely
• Provide physical assistance as needed, including support with walkers or other mobility devices
• Ensure all residents are properly seated and secured before transport
• Maintain a friendly, patient, and respectful demeanor when interacting with residents
• Communicate clearly with residents and staff regarding schedules and transportation needs
• Follow all traffic laws and safe driving practices
• Perform basic vehicle safety checks before and after trips
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle interior
• Report vehicle maintenance or safety concerns promptly
• Coordinate with Life Enrichment and nursing staff regarding transportation needs
• Assist residents during outings as needed to ensure comfort and safety
• Occasionally assist staff with resident activities when transportation duties are not required during a scheduled shift

• Minimum 5 years of safe driving experience
• Clean driving record required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate clearly, patiently, and compassionately with seniors
• Friendly, service‑oriented personality
• Ability to follow schedules and communicate delays when necessary
• Comfortable assisting residents with mobility needs

• Experience driving passenger vans
• Experience working with older adults in senior living, healthcare, or customer service settings
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

• Ability to assist residents entering and exiting the vehicle
• Ability to lift or support light mobility equipment such as walkers or small wheelchairs
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend while assisting residents

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.