Senior Living Activities Coordinator

The Eliot At Erie Station; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing training and development

Meaningful work

Job summary

The Eliot Erie Station in Middletown, NY is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of seniors through engaging programs and compassionate care. You will help plan and run daily recreational activities, supporting wellness and socialization for residents.

Ideal candidates are empathetic, dependable, and good communicators with experience in activities or senior care. The role offers a friendly team, growth opportunities, and competitive pay of $17.00-$18.00 per hour, with on-site

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, senior living, healthcare, or customer service preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to lift, push, and transport activity supplies and equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily recreational and social activities for residents
• Encourage resident participation in group and individual activities
• Lead activities such as arts and crafts, games, exercise programs, music, bingo, and special events
• Accompany residents on community outings and scheduled trips when needed
• Set up and clean up activity areas and event spaces
• Maintain activity calendars, supplies, and attendance records
• Foster a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all residents
• Work collaboratively with nursing, dietary, and other departments to enhance resident experiences
• Observe and report changes in residents' participation, mood, or behavior to appropriate staff

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Dependable

Flexible

Independent work

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

The Eliot Erie Station in Middletown, NY is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of seniors through engaging programs and compassionate care. You will help plan and run daily recreational activities, supporting wellness and socialization for residents.

Ideal candidates are empathetic, dependable, and good communicators with experience in activities or senior care. The role offers a friendly team, growth opportunities, and competitive pay of $17.00-$18.00 per hour, with on-site