Senior Living Activities Lead — Create Joy & Connection

Sunrise Senior Living; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Disability plans

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to lead daily activities, coordinate enrichment programs, and encourage resident participation. You will help plan calendars and newsletters, escort residents, and maintain organized spaces while supporting volunteers and partnerships.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and strong communication skills; prior senior living experience is preferred. Competitive benefits accompany the base pay range.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead small group activities.
• 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

Lead small group activities

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to lead daily activities, coordinate enrichment programs, and encourage resident participation. You will help plan calendars and newsletters, escort residents, and maintain organized spaces while supporting volunteers and partnerships.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and strong communication skills; prior senior living experience is preferred. Competitive benefits accompany the base pay range.