Senior Living Activities Lead

Sunrise Senior Living; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Disability Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and-

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to help lead daily activities and enrichment programs for residents in our senior living community. You will encourage participation, assist with calendars and newsletters, and escort residents to programs as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities. A valid driver’s license may be required. Senior living experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Lead small groups

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to help lead daily activities and enrichment programs for residents in our senior living community. You will encourage participation, assist with calendars and newsletters, and escort residents to programs as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities. A valid driver’s license may be required. Senior living experience is preferred.