Activity Leader

Elderwood Administrative Services; Mill Village (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Matching

Health Insurance and PTO Available

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Elderwood Administrative Services is hiring an Activity Leader in Mill Village, MA. This position involves planning and conducting enjoyable recreation programs that engage and energize residents. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma, and have a valid driver’s license.

The role includes assisting in the planning of social activities, maintaining attendance records, and ensuring the well-being of residents through effective communication.

Benefits include 401K with matching, health insurance, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• Valid New York Driver’s License and clean driving record required.
• Ability to adapt and modify activities to meet residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director Activities in planning and carrying out the activity program.
• Plan individual recreational and social activities for residents.
• Maintain attendance records and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Ability to develop good relationships

Inspiring and motivating others

Understanding of residents' rights and needs

Physical stamina for constant activity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

Up to $18.31 / hour

Overview

Apply Here for Activity Leader Opportunities!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Activity Leader looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Join our team at Elderwood at Williamsville.

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
• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities

Activity Leader:

• 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

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.