Activities & Volunteer Coord.

Sunrise Senior Living; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Disability Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

myFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Activities & Volunteer Coordinator to lead resident engagement and volunteer services across our communities. You will organize events, oversee activities and wellness programs, and supervise staff and volunteers to deliver exceptional experiences for residents and families.

Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers, tracking engagement metrics, and collaborating with Sales and Resident Care on move-ins.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leadership/supervisory experience in senior living, hospitality, recreation, or volunteer management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and event-planning skills.
• Experience with volunteer/engagement technology and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate resident-centered engagement programs and events.
• Oversee activities, entertainment, and wellness programming across neighborhoods, including memory care.
• Supervise team members, volunteers, and concierge staff.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and retain volunteers; build community partnerships.
• Track participation, satisfaction, and engagement metrics to improve programming.
• Lead concierge operations, delivering exceptional experiences for residents, families, and visitors.
• Support budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and operational planning.
• Partner with Sales and Resident Care on move-ins and ongoing engagement.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and Sunrise quality standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Event planning

Volunteer management

Communication

Scheduling

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior LivingAt 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.Activities & Volunteer Coordinator – Lead Resident Engagement & Create Meaningful ConnectionsAt Sunrise Senior Living, we champion quality of life for seniors. As Activities & Volunteer Coordinator, you'll lead resident engagement, volunteer services, concierge operations, and customer experience programs—creating connection, purpose, and well-being that drive resident and family satisfaction.What You'll Do:Plan, implement, and evaluate resident-centered engagement programs and eventsOversee activities, entertainment, and wellness programming across all neighborhoods, including memory careSupervise team members, volunteers, and concierge staffRecruit, onboard, train, and retain volunteers; build community partnershipsTrack participation, satisfaction, and engagement metrics to improve programmingManage engagement documentation, calendars, reporting, and technology platformsLead concierge operations, delivering exceptional experiences for residents, families, and visitorsSupport budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and operational planningPartner with Sales and Resident Care on move-ins and ongoing engagementEnsure compliance with safety, regulatory, and Sunrise quality standardsWhat You'll Bring:2+ years leadership/supervisory experience in senior living, hospitality, recreation, or volunteer managementProven ability to lead teams and manage multiple prioritiesStrong organizational, communication, and event-planning skillsExperience with volunteer/engagement technology and reporting preferredSound judgment in a fast-paced environmentPassion for creating meaningful resident experiencesValid driver's license, if requiredActivities & Volunteer Coordinator | Resident Engagement | Volunteer Services | Concierge Operations | Senior Living | Memory Care | Event PlanningPay Range:23.70 - 29.70Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability PlansRetirement Savings PlansEmployee Assistant Program / Discount ProgramPaid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday paymyFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shiftTuition ReimbursementIn 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 requirementsApply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to WorkEqual Opportunity EmployerSunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.