Activity Leader

Elderwood • Williamsville, NY

83d • $15 - $18

About The Position

Join our team at Elderwood at Williamsville as a compassionate and dedicated Activity Leader, where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. An active social life is an essential aspect of life at Elderwood, and our activities leaders conduct enjoyable recreation programs that keep residents energized, engaged, and mentally stimulated. The position involves a mix of morning and evening shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• High school 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 adapt and modify activities to meet their needs required.
• Understanding of the rights and needs of residents required.
• Physical stamina for constant activity required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED