Activities Assistant

Sunrise Senior Living • New York, NY

20d • $17 - $21

About The Position

The Activities Assistant supports daily activities, events, and enrichment programs at Sunrise Senior Living. The role encourages resident participation, helps create meaningful experiences that promote resident well-being, and strengthens community connections. The assistant also supports activity planning, volunteer engagement, and partnerships while keeping activity spaces and supplies organized and documenting participation according to regulatory guidelines.

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, which allows employees to get paid within hours of a shift.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses may be offered, subject to position, plan/program, and performance eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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