Activities & Volunteer Coord.

Orange, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $23.70 - $29.70

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible pay option

Job Description

Sunrise Senior Living is a renowned provider of senior living services, celebrated for its commitment to empowering residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. With a reputation as a Great Place to Work certified by Activated Insights for the ninth time, Sunrise exemplifies a workplace culture rich in support, respect, and meaningful engagement. The company has established itself as a leader in senior care by blending compassionate service with innovative programs that support the well-being of its residents. Located at Sunrise of Orange, the community seeks individuals who share its dedication to service excellence and a senior-centric approach to care.

The Activities and Volunteer Coordinator (AVC) at Sunrise Senior Living plays a critical role in enriching the lives of residents through a thoughtfully designed activities and volunteer program. This role involves developing and leading a resident-centered calendar of events and social activities that address the diverse needs and interests of the community. The AVC collaborates closely with team members, volunteers, and the Executive Director to ensure activities align with Sunrise’s principles of service and core values. This coordinator is responsible for maintaining compliance with all relevant laws and regulatory standards, fostering a robust public relations program, and managing budgets effectively to sustain high-quality care and engagement.

Beyond program development, the AVC actively networks with local businesses, schools, and organizations to build and maintain a dedicated volunteer base essential for successful community operations. Training and coaching staff and volunteers to optimize their talents are pivotal responsibilities, along with managing volunteer orientation, recognition programs, and recording their contributions accurately. The role demands strong organizational and leadership skills, including team management, scheduling, and ensuring performance accountability while contributing to community goals such as enhancing team member engagement.

The AVC’s resident-focused duties include assessing social needs, facilitating individualized activity programs, and managing ongoing communication channels like monthly Resident Council meetings. The coordinator also supports specialized care neighborhoods, including reminiscence-focused activities, ensuring inclusive participation for assisted living and long-term care residents alike. This position offers an opportunity to lead within a vibrant community that prioritizes personal growth, meaningful connections, and holistic wellness for seniors.

Sunrise Senior Living extends comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, retirement savings options, and employee assistance programs. Additional perks include paid time off, myFlexPay, tuition reimbursement, and eligibility for discretionary bonuses based on performance and other factors. Employment at Sunrise is contingent upon passing pre-employment screenings and health evaluations, emphasizing the company’s commitment to a safe and healthy environment for all. Join Sunrise Senior Living to make a lasting impact in a supportive, dynamic workplace dedicated to the highest standards of senior care and community engagement.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
one year experience in senior living or related field preferred
supervisory experience required
valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
willingness to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours
ability to complete required driver training if operating vehicles
clear background and health screenings required by federal, state, and local laws

Job Qualifications

one year experience preferred in assisted living, long term care, or exposure to the senior population
ability to lead and motivate volunteers and team members
one year supervisory and management experience including recruitment, coordination, training, coaching, and performance management
current driver’s license with acceptable record to drive community vehicles
proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sunrise applications
ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
completion of driver training for team members operating Sunrise vehicles

Job Duties

maintain a balanced resident centered activity program for the whole community according to programming calendar guidelines and wellness standards
assess, plan, and manage facilitation of a comprehensive activities program utilizing team members and volunteers
recruit entertainers and schedule special events
prepare and review the activity calendar and newsletter with the Executive Director prior to submitting for printing
coordinate with other department coordinators to ensure availability of equipment and supplies for routine activities and special events
plan, coordinate, and facilitate mixed group activities including assisted living, long-term care and reminiscence
conduct regularly scheduled activities in the Reminiscence Neighborhood while maintaining daily presence
provide support to the Reminiscence Coordinator and Resident Care Coordinator on program development
coordinate updates to resident’s Individualized Service Plans
ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local laws
maintain a robust public relations program supporting activities programming and community operations
delegate care of animals or plants within the program and maintain related records
network locally to build and maintain a volunteer base
manage volunteer orientation, training, and recordkeeping per standards
implement volunteer recognition and appreciation programs
involve families, residents, and volunteers in activities
train team members on utilizing talents and living values through activities
manage Smile app usage and quality reports
manage programming key performance indicators dashboard
review and document daily resident logs and behavioral changes
assess resident social needs and develop individualized activity programs
schedule and record monthly Resident Council meetings
ensure Memory Boxes completion for new residents
assist in community budget preparation
manage department budget and monitor labor and expenses
review financial statements to address remedies
process monthly expenses timely
coordinate staffing and cross-training
ensure compliance with resident care regulations and Sunrise policies
strive for quality assurance in care and service
develop corrective action plans to address deficiencies
promote occupational health, safety, and risk management programs
recruit, hire, train, coach, and discipline department staff
participate in Sunrise University training and self-study programs
ensure regulatory compliance through supervision
lead team member engagement and improvement planning
manage staffing and scheduling
review timekeeping and payroll for accuracy
conduct timely performance appraisals
hold team accountable and document actions
attend regular meetings as directed
stay updated with professional development
maintain compliance with required training
perform other duties as assigned