Activity Assistant

Sunnycrest; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sunnycrest is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to plan and lead daily activities and special events for residents in our senior living community. You will help promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being, including our Thrive Montessori-based programming, while building positive relationships with residents and families.

The role requires in-person collaboration, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience assisting with resident activities, event coordination, or group facilitation in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality.
• Knowledge of dementia care basics and activity planning.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience with volunteer coordination or community engagement programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading engaging daily activities and special events
• Support programs that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being, including Thrive
• Encourage resident participation and build positive relationships with residents and families
• Prepare activity materials and maintain activity spaces
• Escort residents to and from activities as needed
• Document participation and contribute ideas to enhance programming
• Support holiday celebrations, themed events, and community outings
• Collaborate with other departments to create a vibrant community atmosphere

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

Sunnycrest - Activity and Event Assistant

Do you love planning events, connecting with people, and creating joyful experiences? Our senior living community is seeking a positive and energetic Activities Assistant to help bring our vibrant life enrichment program to life. Every day is an opportunity to inspire laughter, creativity, and connection with our amazing residents!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading engaging daily activities and special events

• Support programs that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being, including our Montessori-based programming “Thrive”.

• Encourage resident participation and build positive relationships with residents and families

• Prepare activity materials and maintain activity spaces

• Escort residents to and from activities as needed

• Document participation and contribute ideas to enhance programming

• Support holiday celebrations, themed events, and community outings

• Collaborate with other departments to create a vibrant community atmosphere

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 1 year of experience assisting with resident activities, event coordination, or group facilitation in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality

• Knowledge of dementia care basics and activity planning

• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Must obtain and maintain CPR certification within 30 days of hire

• Experience with volunteer coordination or community engagement programs

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off