Senior Living Activities Lead — Create Joy & Connection

Sunrise Senior Living; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program / Discount

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

myFlexPay to get paid within hours of

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonuses (discretionary and/or non-dis

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Charlotte, NC is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to support daily programs and resident enrichment. You will help plan and lead activities, escort residents to programs, and maintain organized spaces to foster joy and connection.

We welcome candidates with a high school diploma and strong communication skills; prior senior living experience is preferred. The role offers competitive pay ($13.50–$16.88 per hour), benefits, and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to lead small group activities is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on duties.
• 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 appropriately

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Ability to lead small group activities

Valid driver’s license

Senior living experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in Charlotte, NC is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to support daily programs and resident enrichment. You will help plan and lead activities, escort residents to programs, and maintain organized spaces to foster joy and connection.

We welcome candidates with a high school diploma and strong communication skills; prior senior living experience is preferred. The role offers competitive pay ($13.50–$16.88 per hour), benefits, and opportunities to grow within a