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Activities Assistant - Senior Living

Sunrise of Wayne

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.

What You’ll Do: • 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

You help create meaningful experiences that enhance resident well-being and strengthen community connections.

What We’re Looking For: • High School Diploma/GED • Strong communication and organizational skills • Ability to lead small group activities • Valid driver’s license (as applicable) • Senior living experience preferred

Activities Assistant – Bring Joy, Purpose & Connection to Seniors Activities Assistant | Senior Living Activities

Pay Range:

15.92 - 19.90

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

  • Retirement Savings Plans

  • Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

  • Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

  • myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

  • Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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