Activity Leader

Elderwood; Liverpool (AL); On-site; USD 220,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Matching

Health Insurance and PTO Available

Job summary

Elderwood is seeking an Activity Leader to coordinate engaging recreational programs for residents. You will collaborate with staff to plan and execute activities that energize and mentally stimulate residents on a daily basis.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to motivate others, and a valid driver’s license with a clean record. Applicants must be 18+, possess a HS diploma, and read and write in English proficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old and HS diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Ability to build relationships with staff, families and residents.
• Ability to inspire, motivate others and adapt activities to residents' needs.
• Understanding of residents' rights and needs.
• Physical stamina for constant activity.
• English reading/writing/speaking proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and carrying out the activity program with the Director of Activities.
• Approach residents on assigned unit to plan individual recreational and social activities; report responses to Director of Activities.
• Prepare resident information and progress notes for care planning and documentation.
• Develop and maintain contacts with community resources for activities program improvement.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies for the department.
• Keep attendance records and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$16.10 / hr -$18.31 / hr

Activity Leader Position Overview:

• An active social life is an essential aspect of life at Elderwood. Our activities leaders conduct enjoyable recreation programs that keep residents energized, engaged and mentally stimulated.

Elderwood Benefits as an Activity Leader (must qualify):

• 401K with Employer Matching


• Health Insurance and PTO Available

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director Activities in planning and carrying out the activity program.


• Approaches residents on assigned unit to plan individual recreational and social activities; reports to Director Activities about response and cooperation of resident.


• Prepares resident information for use by the Director Activities in care planning and documentation; writes progress notes as assigned.


• Assists in developing and maintaining good contact with community resources for the betterment of the activities program.


• Responsible for maintaining departmental inventory of equipment and supplies.


• Maintains attendance records and prepares other reports as required.

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.