Activity Assistant/Receptionist
How this pay compares
This posting states $16–$17 an hour. Open medical receptionist jobs in New York post a median of $20.55 an hour, the middle half $18.50–$21.50, across 110 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Medical receptionists employed in New York earn a median of $20.71 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Schedule : Per Diem
Salary: $16.00 - $17.00, based on experience
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
- Aetna Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Child Care Reimbursement
- Compassionate PTO Donation Program - to support a team member
- 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 experienced Activities Assistant/Receptionist
Activities Assistant/Receptionist Responsibilities include
- Works with Director of Activities to deliver creative and exciting Resident activities meeting individual needs and interests within the community
- Under the direction of the Director of Activities, assist with orienting all residents to activity programs.
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make decisions. Must be a proven professional with compassion, integrity, and honesty.
- Occasionally assist the Business Office Director covering the reception desk as needed
- Graciously greeting community residents, visitors, and family members, addressing the questions or concerns of prospective or current residents and families, and providing support to sales and marketing and the business office.
- Have a keen ability to foster teamwork with co-workers, showing initiative in overcoming obstacles, helping others beyond the job responsibilities, and having a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
Activity Assistant/Receptionist Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 1 year experience required in Senior Assisted Living
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 in the greater Albany, New York region.
Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate, located in Albany, New York, is a leading provider of senior assisted living and is committed to providing its residents with exceptional care and supervision.
Employee Appreciation
- Peregrine Proud: Public Acknowledgment of Exceptional Employee Performance
- Monthly All Staff Gift Card Drawings
- Periodic All Staff Appreciation Community Events
- Annual Longevity Rewards: Anniversary Bonus and Celebration
COVID-19 considerations: Strict adherence to NYS DOH guidelines and 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, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies 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.
From Peregrine Senior Living's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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