Activity Leader

Elderwood at Burlington; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay Schedule

Gas Allowance Stipend & Ferry Reimb.

Excellent benefits package

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid time off & holiday package

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Supportive, team-based work env.

Opportunities to grow with Elderwood

Job summary

Elderwood at Burlington seeks an Activity Leader to plan and lead a range of social, recreational, creative, and cognitive activities for residents. You’ll collaborate with the Activities team to build an engaging calendar and tailor programs to resident interests, abilities, and histories.

You’ll foster laughter, connection, and moments of purpose, working in a caring, team‑oriented environment with opportunities to grow within a respected healthcare organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 yrs. age required, HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid New York Driver's License and clean driving record required.
• Ability to develop relationships with staff, volunteers, families and visitors.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others, adapt activities to resident needs.
• Understanding of the rights and needs of residents.
• Physical stamina for constant activity.
• English language fluency at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging activities for individuals and groups.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting interests and abilities.
• Create opportunities for socialization, friendship, and community.
• Lead programs supporting physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well‑being.
• Assist with special events, celebrations, outings, and other experiences.
• Get to know residents and tailor activities to hobbies and histories.
• Help create a welcoming, positive atmosphere throughout the facility.
• Collaborate with staff across departments to support meaningful experiences.
• Document participation and maintain activity records.

Skills

Creative

Energetic

Outgoing

Compassionate

Organized

Team player

Communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activity Leader

Location: Elderwood at Burlington
98 Starr Farm Road

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Salary: $18.72 / hr - $21.97 / hr

Bring Energy, Connection & Joy to Every Day.

Are you someone who loves bringing people together, creating memorable moments, and making others smile?

Elderwood at Burlington is looking for a compassionate, creative, and energetic Activity Leader to join our team!

At Elderwood, we believe life should remain meaningful, active, and engaging at every stage. As an Activity Leader, you'll have the opportunity to turn ordinary days into something special by creating programs and experiences that encourage residents to connect, participate, laugh, reminisce, and try something new.

Whether you're leading a lively group activity, organizing a special event, celebrating a resident's birthday, or simply taking the time to connect one-on-one, the moments you create can make a lasting difference.

Why Join Elderwood at Burlington?

• NEW! Weekly Pay Schedule - get paid faster!
• Gas Allowance Stipend & Ferry Reimbursement for qualifying commuters
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision & more
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid time off & holiday package
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Supportive, team-based work environment
• Opportunities to grow with a respected healthcare organization

Position Overview

As an Activity Leader, you'll help create a vibrant community where residents feel connected, valued, and engaged. You'll plan, organize, and lead a variety of social, recreational, physical, creative, and cognitive activities designed around the interests, abilities, and preferences of our residents. You'll work closely with the Activities team and other departments to create a calendar of experiences that gives residents plenty of opportunities to participate and build meaningful connections. From arts and crafts and games to music, celebrations, outings, exercise, and special events, you'll help make each day a little more fun.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

• Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Naturally outgoing and comfortable engaging with a variety of personalities
• Compassionate, patient, and genuinely interested in getting to know others
• Organized and able to manage multiple activities and priorities
• Comfortable leading groups and encouraging participation
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with others
• Someone who understands that sometimes the smallest moments can make the biggest difference

More Than an Activity. It's a Moment They'll Remember.

At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People.

As an Activity Leader, you'll do more than fill a calendar. You'll help create laughter, connection, friendship, and moments of purpose for the people who call Elderwood home.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Plan and facilitate engaging activities for individuals and groups
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests and abilities
• Create opportunities for socialization, friendship, and community
• Lead programs designed to support physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, outings, and other resident-centered experiences
• Get to know residents and incorporate their interests, hobbies, and personal histories into programming
• Help create a welcoming and positive atmosphere throughout the facility
• Collaborate with staff across departments to support meaningful resident experiences
• Assist with documenting participation and maintaining activity-related records

Qualifications

Activity Leader Qualifications:

• 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.