Senior Living Activities Lead: Bring Joy & Connection

Sunrise Senior Living; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

PTO

Sick time

Holiday pay

myFlexPay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in New York is seeking an Activities Assistant to support and lead daily activities for residents. You will help plan enrichment programs, encourage participation, and assist in preparing calendars and newsletters.

The role emphasizes attention to resident well-being, teamwork, and regulatory documentation. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to lead small group activities.
• Valid driver's license where 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

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Driver's license

Senior living experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in New York is seeking an Activities Assistant to support and lead daily activities for residents. You will help plan enrichment programs, encourage participation, and assist in preparing calendars and newsletters.

The role emphasizes attention to resident well-being, teamwork, and regulatory documentation. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to lead small group activities.