Activity Leader

Job Title: Activity Leader - Part Time, rotating weekends and holidays
Department: Activities/Recreation
Reports To: Activities Director

Position Summary

The Activity Leader assists in planning and leading recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic activities that promote residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. The Activity Leader encourages resident participation while ensuring activities are enjoyable, meaningful, and tailored to individual interests and abilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead group and one-on-one activities under the direction of the Activities Director.

• Encourage resident participation and provide assistance as needed.

• Assist with planning monthly activity calendars and special events.

• Set up and clean up activity areas before and after programs.

• Transport residents to and from activities safely.

• Document resident attendance and participation according to facility policy.

• Visit residents who are unable to attend group activities.

• Decorate the facility for holidays and special events.

• Assist with community outings when scheduled.

• Maintain activity supplies and notify the Activities Director when additional materials are needed.

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and staff.

• Follow resident rights, confidentiality (HIPAA), infection control, and safety procedures.

• Report any changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous experience working with older adults is preferred but not required.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Compassionate, patient, creative, and enthusiastic personality.

• Ability to push wheelchairs, assist with resident transport, and lift up to 25 pounds.

• Basic computer skills preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed throughout the nursing facility, including resident rooms, common areas, and outdoors during events.

• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays for special programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to adapt activities to meet residents' individual needs.

• Friendly, positive attitude with a commitment to excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching.

• Ability to transport residents in wheelchairs.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.