Activities Assistant_

Park Ridge

**_Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of._**

**COMMUNITY NAME**

Sunrise of Park Ridge

**Job ID**

2024-212312

**JOB OVERVIEW**

**_"It makes me feel good knowing that we make the residents’ lives better. We laugh with them, cry with them, sing and dance with them – we brighten their day. Working here is an unbelievable privilege and it will be something I carry with me for the rest of my life!"_**

**_- Sunrise Team Member_**

At Sunrise, our Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting with the day to day delivery of resident centered activities and programs for the Sunrise Senior Living Community while meeting and/or exceeding Sunrise quality standards.

**RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS**

**Responsibilities:**

- Assists in maintaining a balanced resident centered activity program for the Sunrise community following the Activity Program Guidelines, Programming Guide(s) and direction from immediate supervisor

- Under the leadership of immediate supervisor, assists with and supports the networking actions for retaining a volunteer base, maintaining a relationship with local businesses, organizations and schools

- Reviews, reads, notates and initializes the Daily Log and Department Log to document and learn about pertinent information and any resident’s physical and behavioral changes as well as activities information

- Demonstrates proficiency and understands the QA (Quality Assurance Process) & essential quality service standards pertaining to enriching resident centered activities and programming; partners with community team in striving for excellent quality care & service delivery as measured in the QA process

- Partners with community team to ensure community follows all federal, state, local laws & regulations & Sunrise quality standards for resident care and services- Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations

- Actively participates as a member of a team and committed to working toward team goals

**Qualifications:**

- One (1) year job related experience preferred in senior living communities

- Ability to lead activities and motivate volunteers and fellow team members for their involvement in the social events and various scheduled social activities

- Maintains a current appropriate federal and state license such as CDL (commercial driver’s license) and/or chauffeur license, applicable state license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with State, Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Sunrise policy

- Ability to handle multiple priorities

- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and the ability to facilitate small group presentations

- Competent in organizational, time management skills

- Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills

- Ability to make responsible choices and decisions and act in a resident’s best interest

- Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following community procedures and guidelines and have the ability to follow through on assigned tasks

- Demonstration of proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) and Sunrise applications with the ability to learn new applications

**ABOUT SUNRISE**

Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.

At Sunrise, you will…

**Make a Difference Every Day**

We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.

**Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community**

The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.

**I** **gnite Your Potential**

We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.

**_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 to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent 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).

**Location : Name** _Sunrise of Park Ridge_

**Type** _Full-Time_

**_Location : Address_** _1725 Ballard Road_

**_Location : City_** _Park Ridge_

**_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_** _Illinois_

**Salary Range** _USD $16.00 - USD $18.40 /Hr._

**Variable Compensation** _Overtime Eligible_

Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.