Activity Leader

Elderwood/Pediatric/PostAcute/Woodmark • Brockport, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport is seeking a 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with the geriatric population preferred.
• Working knowledge of dementia and memory care preferred.
• Comfortability with leading resident activities in multiple settings- 1:1, small group, and large group

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees