Activities Assistant

Sunrise Senior Living • Gurnee, IL

13d • $15 - $19

About The Position

The Activities Assistant helps create meaningful experiences that enhance residents’ well-being and strengthen community connections at Sunrise Senior Living. The role supports daily activities, events, and enrichment programs, encourages resident participation, and helps maintain activity materials and spaces. The assistant also supports volunteer engagement and community partnerships, documents participation according to regulatory guidelines, and communicates relevant changes in resident engagement. This position is intended for someone who enjoys helping residents experience joy, purpose, and connection.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead small-group activities.
• Valid driver’s license, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• 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 according to regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor resident engagement and communicate changes appropriately.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee Assistance Program and discount program.
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay.
• myFlexPay, allowing employees to get paid within hours of a shift.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses, subject to position, program eligibility, and performance requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED