Activities Assistant FT

Sunrise Senior Living; Prospect Heights (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and DI

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistant Program / Discount

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, andhol

myFlexPay for quick pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Prospect Heights, IL is seeking an Activities Assistant to lead daily activities, assist with enrichment programs, and support resident participation. You’ll help prepare calendars and newsletters, escort residents, and maintain organized spaces and supplies.

A driver’s license is a plus and senior living experience is preferred. We offer benefits including medical/dental/vision, retirement savings, PTO/sick/holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and flexible pay options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to lead small group activities with residents.
• Valid driver’s license is a plus.
• Senior living experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities, events, and enrichment programs for residents.
• Encourage and support resident participation in activities.
• Help prepare activity calendars and newsletters.
• Escort residents to and from programs as needed.
• Maintain organized activity spaces and supplies.
• Support volunteer engagement and community partnerships.
• Document participation per regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor resident engagement and communicate changes as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Lead small groups

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in leading daily activities, events, and enrichment programs
• Encourage and support resident participation
• Help prepare activity calendars and newsletters
• Escort residents to and from programs as needed
• Maintain organized activity spaces and supplies
• Support volunteer engagement and community partnerships
• Document participation per regulatory guidelines
• Monitor resident engagement and communicate changes appropriately

You help create meaningful experiences that enhance resident well-being and strengthen community connections.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to lead small group activities
• Valid driver’s license (as applicable)
• Senior living experience preferred

Activities Assistant - Bring Joy, Purpose & Connection to Seniors

Activities Assistant | Senior Living Activities Pay Range: 15.00 - 18.75

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.

Explore opportunities at Sunrise and take the first step toward a fulfilling career where your work makes a meaningful difference.