Activities Assistant

Elderwood Administrative Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center in Boston, MA seeks an Activity Leader to create engaging social opportunities for residents and foster meaningful daily experiences. You will partner with the Director of Activities and an interdisciplinary team to tailor programs to individual interests and needs.

Responsibilities include planning events, encouraging participation, building relationships, and maintaining activity records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 yrs. age required, HS diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York Driver’s License and clean driving record required.
• Ability to develop good relationships with staff, volunteers, families and visitors.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others and adapt activities for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Activities in planning and carrying out a diverse activity program.
• Encourage resident participation and identify interests on assigned units.
• Build relationships with residents and learn their preferences and needs.
• Document observations and contribute to care planning records.
• Support planning of special events, outings, and community activities.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and prepare departmental reports.
• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, and other departments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Motivate others

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$ 17.16 / hr - $20.14 / hr

Overview

Activity Leader

Create Connection. Inspire Engagement. Make Every Day Meaningful.

At Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center, every member of our team plays an important role in creating an environment where residents feel connected, valued, and engaged. As an Activity Leader, you'll help bring that environment to life by creating opportunities for residents to socialize, explore interests, stay active, and enjoy meaningful moments throughout their day.

Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 141-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Boston, Massachusetts, providing Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care. Our specialized programs support residents recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, as well as those who require ongoing skilled nursing care.

Our interdisciplinary team provides personalized care through rehabilitation therapies, nursing services, and clinical support, while working together to promote resident dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life. Activities are an important part of that experience—helping residents maintain connections, discover new interests, celebrate milestones, and continue doing the things that bring joy and purpose to their lives.

As an Activity Leader, you'll work closely with the Director of Activities and the broader interdisciplinary team to support a vibrant activities program tailored to the interests, abilities, and individual needs of our residents.

Why Join Our Team?

At Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center, activities are more than scheduled events—they're opportunities to help residents maintain their sense of identity, connection, and purpose.

As an Activity Leader, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact without always being in the spotlight. The relationships you build and the experiences you create can become some of the most memorable parts of a resident's day.

What We Offer:

• Meaningful Resident Connections: Build genuine relationships with residents and learn what brings them joy.
• Creative Opportunity: Bring your personality, ideas, and creativity to the activities program.
• Visible Impact: See firsthand how engagement and connection can positively influence a resident's day.
• Interdisciplinary Team Environment: Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, and other team members to support the whole resident.
• Professional Growth: Develop experience in recreation, healthcare, resident engagement, and community programming.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values compassion, collaboration, respect, and resident-centered care.
• Purposeful Work: Help create a welcoming community where residents can continue to participate, connect, and enjoy life.

Benefits & Perks

Elderwood offers a benefits package for eligible employees, including:

• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Other Employee Benefits & Compensation Programs
• And more!

Make a Difference Beyond the Daily Routine

An active social life is an essential part of life at Elderwood. As an Activity Leader, you'll have the opportunity to turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences.You'll spend time getting to know residents individually—learning what they enjoy, what motivates them, and what helps them feel connected. From group recreation and social programs to one-on-one activities, you'll help create opportunities for residents to participate in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Your day may include organizing a group activity, spending one-on-one time with a resident who needs additional encouragement, helping prepare a special event, connecting with community resources, or simply creating a welcoming atmosphere where residents feel comfortable joining in.

The goal isn't simply to keep residents busy. It's to help them feel engaged, connected, and a valued part of the community.

Bring More Joy to Their Day.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the Director of Activities in planning and carrying out a diverse activity program designed around resident interests and abilities.
• Approach residents on assigned units to identify and encourage participation in individual recreational and social activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and learn about their interests, preferences, and needs.
• Observe resident participation and responses to activities and communicate relevant observations to the Director of Activities.
• Assist with preparing resident information for care planning and required documentation.
• Complete progress notes and other documentation as assigned.
• Help develop and maintain relationships with community resources that can enhance the activities program.
• Assist with planning and supporting special events, celebrations, outings, and other community activities.
• Maintain departmental inventory of equipment and supplies and ensure materials are available when needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and prepare other departmental reports as required.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, and other departments to support resident engagement and quality of life.

Qualifications

Activity Leader:

• Minimum 18 yrs. age required, HS diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid New York Driver’s License and clean driving record required.

• Ability to develop good relationships with staff, volunteers, families and visitors required.

• Ability to inspire and motivate others, create a warm and accepting climate for residents and be able to adapt and modify activities to meet their needs required.

• Understanding of the rights and needs of residents required.

• Physical stamina for constant activity required.

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.