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Activity Leader

Elderwood

Williamsville, NYFull-timeup to $18.31/hrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
up to $18.31/hr
Location
Williamsville, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York Driver’s License

Job overview

Elderwood is hiring an Activity Leader. Elderwood seeks a compassionate Activity Leader to design and deliver engaging recreation programs that energize and mentally stimulate residents, fostering social interaction and a vibrant community atmosphere at the Williamsville location.

Key focus areas include Assist the Director of Activities in planning and carrying out the activity program, Approach residents on assigned unit to plan individual recreational and social activities, and Prepare resident information for care planning and documentation, writing progress notes as assigned.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+, HS Diploma Or Equivalent, and New York Driver’s License. Important skills include Planning Activities, Develop Relationships, Inspire And Motivate Others, Create Accepting Climate, Adapt And Modify Activities, and Understanding Of Resident Rights And Needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Planning ActivitiesDevelop RelationshipsInspire and Motivate OthersCreate Accepting ClimateAdapt and Modify ActivitiesUnderstanding of Resident Rights and NeedsRead, Write, Speak, and Understand EnglishDevelop Good RelationshipsCreate a Warm and Accepting ClimateRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak EnglishUnderstand English

Qualifications

Must Be 18+HS Diploma or EquivalentNew York Driver’s LicenseClean Driving RecordPhysical Stamina

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Salary

Up to $18.31 / hour

Overview

Apply Here for Activity Leader Opportunities!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Activity Leader looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Join our team at Elderwood at Williamsville.

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.

Elderwood Benefits as an Activity Leader (must qualify):

  • 401K with Employer Matching

  • Health Insurance and PTO Available

  • Employee Referal Program

Responsibilities

Activity Leader:

  • 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.

Qualifications

Activity Leader:

  • 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.

  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

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.

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Posted Date2 months ago(6/16/2026 10:57 AM)

Requisition ID2026-35971

of Openings1

Area of InterestSocial Work

CompanyElderwood

LocationElderwood at Williamsville

Position TypeRegular Full-Time

ShiftFT and PT afternoon shifts available

SalaryUp to $18.31 / hour

Reporting CategoryNon-Clinical

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