Resident Activities Leader

$17 - $19 / Hour

Activities Leader Pay Rate Range : $17 - $19 / hour. Earn more with experience!

NEW, Gas Allowance Benefit for Full and Part-time positions!

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Apply today! Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid Benefits:

Gas Allowance Stipend
• Newly, renovated building
• Mentorship program
• Full Benefits Package
• Employee referral program for clinical positions

This position is located in Lake Placid, NY. home of the 1980 Olympics!

Elderwood at Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate Activity Leader seeking making the difference in the lives of our residents and their families. We are looking to fill our full time position.

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.

Are you ready to change your life with a rewarding career move ?

Free Uniforms, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Monthly employee appreciation events, NEW Weekly Pay Schedule!, Substantial employee referral program

Activity Leader 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.

Activity Leader Qualifications:

• 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.

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.