Activity Leader

Elderwood; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team as an Activities Leader at a forward-thinking facility. This role is essential in creating a vibrant social life for residents, conducting engaging recreation programs that promote mental stimulation and well-being. With both full-time and part-time positions available, you will be responsible for planning activities, maintaining inventory, and fostering relationships with residents and staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

401K with Employer Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 and a valid NY Driver’s License required.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and adapt activities for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing recreational activities for residents.
• Maintain attendance records and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Relationship Building

Motivational Skills

Physical Stamina

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Salary

$15.60 - $18.31

Overview

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking both a full-time and a part-time Activities Leader!

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

Currently hiring for:

1. Full-time (37.5 hrs) 10 AM - 6 PM, Monday - Friday, including every other weekend
2. Part-time (20 hrs) 4 PM - 8 PM, Monday - Friday

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.