Activity Leader

Overview

Bring Joy to Every Day. If you're creative, energetic, and passionate about helping others, a career as an Activity Leader at Elderwood Village at Colonie could be the perfect fit. At our beautifully renovated 94-bed assisted living community, every day is an opportunity to create moments that matter. From leading engaging group activities to sharing one-on-one conversations, you'll help residents stay active, connected, and inspired while building meaningful relationships that make a lasting impact.

Pay

Pay: $ 16.05 / hr - $ 18.31 / hr

Position Overview

At Elderwood, we believe an active social life is an essential part of healthy aging. As an Activity Leader, you'll help create engaging recreational, social, and wellness programs that encourage residents to stay active, connected, and mentally stimulated. Working alongside our Director of Activities, you'll plan and lead meaningful experiences that celebrate each resident's interests, abilities, and individuality.

Why Join Elderwood?

• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• A career where you can truly brighten someone's day

Responsibilities

• Aid in planning and facilitating engaging daily recreational and social activities
• Encourage resident participation through both group and one-on-one programming
• Build meaningful relationships with residents while learning their interests and preferences
• Assist with care planning by providing observations and resident feedback
• Cook up with community organizations, volunteers, and special guests to enhance programming
• Maintain activity supplies, equipment, and department inventory
• Support special events, holiday celebrations, outings, and entertainment
• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every resident feels valued

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

Elderwood Values

• People Caring for People