Community Relations Coordinator

Nikkei Senior Gardens•Arleta, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. As a leader in senior housing, Cogir is committed to growth, exceptional resident care, and a supportive team environment. Their culture is built on human focus, creativity, and excellence. This role is for their premier retirement community, Nikkei Senior Gardens, in Arleta, which celebrates Japanese-American culture. The Community Relations Coordinator ensures a smooth transition for new residents, acts as a knowledgeable representative of the community's offerings to potential clients and referral sources, and fosters relationships to promote the community and ensure a supportive environment. The ideal candidate is dynamic, empathetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about seniors' well-being. Experience in retirement living, hotel, or real estate industries is welcomed.

Requirements

A High School diploma is required.
At least 2 years of experience in retirement housing, hospitality, or healthcare sales and marketing is preferred.
Proven success in achieving sales goals and quotas.
A positive team player mentality and passion for serving seniors.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and capacity to work evenings and/or weekends if needed.
Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Experience with Yardi or similar CRM software preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Community Relations Director in implementing plans to acquire and manage leads and increase census.
Qualify prospects, convert qualified prospects to tours, and convert tours to deposits utilizing the sales process.
Handle all inbound telephone, walk-in, and mail inquiries, including completing the inquiry information form, entering inquiry information into the sales and marketing database, and following up with correspondence.
Offer community tours and provide marketing materials to prospective residents and their families.
Assist the Community Relations Director in preparing routine and special sales and marketing reports.
Follow up with all potential residents, referral sources, or interested parties.
Assist with preparing and processing all required information for a successful move-in.
Aid residents and their family members with the adjustment to the facility during and after move-in.
Maintain the community's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, Yardi, accurately and promptly.
Establish relationships between residents, department heads, and staff who provide services daily to maintain high resident satisfaction.
Understand the community's care regulations to ensure proper placement and education for prospects.
Assist with the setting up and tearing down of special events.