Activities Assistant

Job summary

The Activities Assistant leads daily enrichment programs and events to enhance resident well-being and community connection. They are responsible for documenting participation, preparing activity materials, and escorting residents to various programs.

Job details

About Sunrise Senior Living Sunrise Senior Living provides resident-centered care while supporting team member growth across Canada. 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: 17.60 - 22.10 Employment Information This position is subject to applicable provincial employment standards. Equal Opportunity Employer Sunrise Senior Living is committed to providing equal employment opportunities across Canada.

What you’ll do

The Activities Assistant leads daily enrichment programs and events to enhance resident well-being and community connection. They are responsible for documenting participation, preparing activity materials, and escorting residents to various programs.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Experience in senior living is preferred, and the ability to lead small group activities is required.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Activity leadership
• Resident engagement
• Documentation
• Volunteer coordination
• Community partnerships
• Organizational Skills
• Newsletters
• Valid Driver's License
• Leadership
• Senior Living
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Administrative
• Activities Assistant
• Recreation / Activities Worker
• Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
• Recreation Workers

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