Activity Leader

Elderwood Administrative Services; Town of Clarkson (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Activity Leader to join our full-time team. You will lead engaging recreation programs to keep residents energized, socially connected, and mentally stimulated.

The role requires interaction with residents, staff, and visitors, with a focus on warm, inclusive activities and proper documentation. Benefits include a stable schedule and a work environment dedicated to resident well-being.

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
• Ability to inspire and motivate others, create a warm and accepting climate for residents and adapt activities accordingly
• Understanding of residents' rights and needs
• Physical stamina for constant activity
• Must read/write/speak English at an intermediate level or higher

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Activities in planning and carrying out the activity program
• Approach residents to plan individual recreational and social activities; report to the Director on response and cooperation
• Prepare resident information for care planning and documentation; write progress notes as assigned
• Help develop and maintain contacts with community resources for the activities program
• Maintain departmental inventory of equipment and supplies
• Maintain attendance records and prepare other required reports

Skills

18+ years age

HS diploma

New York drivers license

relationship building

motivating others

English proficiency

physical stamina

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$16.10 / hr - $18.31 / hr

Overview

Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual for our Full-Time Activity Leader position. Come contribute to being the best part of someone's day!

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.

Schedule

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, rotating weekends required

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.