Activity Leader

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

Job summary

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a dedicated Activity Leader to enhance residents' lives through engaging and stimulating activities. In this full-time role, you will design and conduct programs fostering social interaction and wellbeing. Ideal candidates demonstrate a commitment to improving the quality of life for those in care and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

401K with Employer Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 required.
• Valid New York Driver's License and clean record required.
• Ability to develop relationships with staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing activity programs.
• Maintain departmental inventory and attendance records.
• Prepare resident information for care planning.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Motivational Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Activity Leader

Requisition ID

2025-32189

# of Openings

1

Area of Interest

Social Work

Company

Elderwood

Location

Elderwood at Waverly

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Shift

11am - 7pm

Salary

$15.60 - 18.31 / hourly

Salary

$15.60 - 18.31 / hourly

Overview

Apply Here for Full-Time 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.

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.

Shift: 10am-6pm

Elderwood Benefits as an Activity Leader (must qualify):

• 401K with Employer Matching
• Health Insurance and PTO Available
• Employee Referal Program

Elderwood at Waverly:

• Elderwood at Waverly is located in Waverly, NY, between Elmira and Binghamton, NY, along the Twin Tiers. Offering a continuum of care, the campus features a 200-bed skilled nursing facility with secure memory care and Adult Medical Day Services, adjacent to an assisted living community. A spacious, up-to-date therapy gym accommodates residential subacute rehabilitation and outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy.

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.