Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc · Salt Lake City, UT
Activities Director at Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc — Salt Lake City, UT
Full-timeSalt Lake City, UTPosted 2026-07-30Apply on Workday
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# Why Join Sunrise Senior Living
As an Activities Director, you provide overall leadership for a vibrant, resident-centered activities and volunteer program that promotes connection, wellness, and purpose across the community.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and oversee daily activities, events, outings, and wellness programs
- Develop engaging calendars and newsletters aligned with resident interests
- Recruit, inspire, and manage activities team members and volunteers
- Build partnerships with local organizations and community groups
- Oversee drivers and coordinate community outings
- Manage the department budget and monitor expenses
- Review resident surveys and lead Resident Council meetings
- Ensure compliance with federal, state/province, and Sunrise quality standards
- Collaborate with Sales, Dining, and leadership on community events
- Hire, coach, schedule, and develop team members
You create meaningful experiences while building a strong, energized team that enhances resident life every day.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, or related field OR Certified Activity Professional
- 2+ years experience in senior living or community recreation
- 2+ years leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage budgets and multiple priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and events
Activities Director – Create Meaningful Moments for Seniors Every Day Activities Director | Life Enrichment | Senior Living Activities
# Pay Range:
26.75 - 33.50
- 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
## Equal Opportunity Employer