Resident Activity Leader – Social & Wellness Programs

Elderwood Administrative Services; Hannans Corner (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Matching

Health Insurance and PTO

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Elderwood Administrative Services in New York seeks an Activity Leader to plan and carry out engaging recreation programs for residents. You will work closely with the Director Activities, plan individual and group activities, and document progress while coordinating with community resources.

The role requires a driver’s license, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate and tailor activities to resident needs. First-rate communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age and HS diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to develop relationships with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others and adapt activities to resident needs.
• English language proficiency at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and carrying out the activity program.
• Approaches residents to plan individual recreational and social activities; reports to director.
• Prepares resident information for care planning and documentation; writes progress notes.
• Maintains contact with community resources to support activities.
• Maintains equipment inventory and supplies; keeps attendance and reports.

Skills

Motivate others

Relationship building

Resident engagement

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elderwood Administrative Services in New York seeks an Activity Leader to plan and carry out engaging recreation programs for residents. You will work closely with the Director Activities, plan individual and group activities, and document progress while coordinating with community resources.

The role requires a driver’s license, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate and tailor activities to resident needs. First-rate communication and reliability are essential.