Weekend Activities Assistant

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

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JOB OVERVIEW

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for a Weekend Activities Assistant to work with our residents every other weekend 1pm to 4pm - this is a great position for students with an interest in gerontology/healthcare and for retirees!

Essential Duties

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

Activities Program

• Lead and motivate team members and volunteers for social events and various activities.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State/Province and Local regulations and Sunrise guidelines.
• Develop daily displays for activities and maintain resident communication centers.

Volunteer & Community Focus

• Encourage family and community participation in activities.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all regulations and Sunrise standards.
• Strive for excellent service as measured by internal audits (QSR).
• Collaborate on Risk Management programs and policies.

Resident Focus

• Review the Daily Log for updates on resident well-being.
• Conduct resident interviews and design individualized activity plans.

Training, Leadership, and Team Member Development

• Recruit, train, coach, and manage performance of team members.
• Ensure team compliance with training and development programs.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Building Strategic Working Relationships
• Building a Successful Team
• Building Trust
• Coaching for Success
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Driving for Results
• Facilitating Change
• Leading through Vision and Values
• Managing Conflict
• Planning and Organizing
• Presentation and Training Delivery
• Quality Orientation
• Stress Tolerance
• Technical / Professional Knowledge

Experience and Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with ability to learn Sunrise systems.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Valid driver’s license may be required if operating a Sunrise vehicle.

ABOUT SUNRISE

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®

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members among its highest priorities.  Employment with Sunrise is contingent upon completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana) and Tuberculosis Test, and a physical evaluation and a background check where required.  Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination may be required if mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).