Activity Leader

Activity Leader at Elderwood at Burlington in Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description Activity Leader Requisition

ID 2026-34936

# of Openings 1 Area of Interest Social Work Company Elderwood Location Elderwood at Burlington Position Type Regular Full-Time Shift 11pm

• 7am Salary $18.72
• $21.97 hour Salary $18.72
• $21.

97 hour Overview Ready to bring energy and joy to our residents' lives?

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Activity Leader! 11am-7pm Available Are you a compassionate and dedicated Activity Leader ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? At Elderwood, we believe an active social life is key to resident well-being. Join us in creating joyful, engaging, and mentally stimulating programs that keep our residents energized and connected.

Activity Leader

• Position Overview As an Activity Leader, you will plan and lead a variety of fun and enriching recreational activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.

Your efforts will contribute directly to enhancing quality of life and building community within our facility.

Shift:

Hours vary, with a mix of mornings and evenings to best serve our residents

Role:

Create and facilitate engaging social, physical, and cognitive programs

Impact:

Foster a positive, lively atmosphere where residents thriveWhy Work at Elderwood? We value our team and support you with great benefits and a positive work environment: 401(k) with Employer Match

• plan for your future Health Insurance & PTO available (must qualify) Employee Referral Program
• earn bonuses for referring great teammates Supportive Team Culture focused on growth and respect Flexible scheduling to help balance work and life now to join the Elderwood team as an Activity Leader and make a lasting impact every day!

Responsibilities

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. Qualifications

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. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, andor supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, andor 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, StateProvince or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. and