Resident Activity Coordinator

$17.34 - $19.34 / HourNow Hiring: Resident Activity CoordinatorLocation: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!Pay Range: $17.34 - $19.34/hour - Earn more with experience!Status: Full-TimeWhy Join Elderwood?We’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to build a meaningful career making a difference in the lives of others.As an Resident Activity Coordinator aka Activity Leader, you’ll play a key role in enriching the lives of our residents through engaging and fulfilling recreational programs.What We Offer:NEW! Gas Allowance StipendNewly renovated buildingFull benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)Employee referral program - especially rewarding for clinical referrals!Mentorship & training - grow your skills and confidenceSupportive team environment that feels like familyWhat You’ll Do as an Resident Activity Coordinator:Bring energy and creativity to daily recreation programmingFoster social connections and mental stimulation for residentsCollaborate with fellow staff to support residents' holistic wellbeingHelp create a vibrant, joyful community through meaningful engagementIs This Role Right for You?We’re looking for someone who is:Enthusiastic and compassionateCreative with a passion for peopleOrganized, dependable, and a team playerComfortable working in a long-term care environmentApply Today — and turn your passion for people into a career with purpose.Make an impact where it matters most — right here at Elderwood at Uihlein at Lake Placid.Are you ready to change your life with a rewarding career move ?Resident Activity Coordinator 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.Resident Activity Coordinator 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.

Created: 2025-10-04