Senior Living Activities Lead - Bring Joy & Connection

Sunrise Senior Living; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Retirement Savings Plans

PTO, sick time and holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Dallas is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team. You will help lead daily activities and enrichment programs, encourage resident participation, and support communications such as calendars and newsletters.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities. A valid driver’s license is preferred where applicable, and prior senior living experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to lead small group activities is required.
• Valid driver’s license where applicable.
• Senior living experience is 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 to the team.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Lead small group activities

Valid driver’s license

Senior living experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in Dallas is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team. You will help lead daily activities and enrichment programs, encourage resident participation, and support communications such as calendars and newsletters.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities. A valid driver’s license is preferred where applicable, and prior senior living experience is a plus.