Lifestyle Coordinator

Forum at Desert Harbor • Peoria, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Lifestyle Coordinator to join our team at the Forum at Desert Harbor in Peoria, AZ. The Lifestyle Coordinator designs and delivers a vibrant calendar of programs, special events, outings, and entertainment that satisfies the body, mind, and spirit of every resident. This role owns two of our signature programs — the High Adventure Club and the Veteran Recognition Program — and helps bring Stellar's vision of a stellar life to life every day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two or more years of experience planning events, programs, or guest experiences (senior living, hospitality, or healthcare preferred)
• Leadership experience preferred — managing volunteers, teams, or cross-functional projects
• Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable training peers and speaking in front of residents, families, and the public
• Proven budget management and vendor-negotiation skills
• Valid driver's license in good standing and comfort driving residents to outings (CDL if required by community vehicle)
• Current Food Handler's Permit (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, produce, and host signature special events — seasonal celebrations, family nights, holiday parties, themed dinners, and cultural observances — from concept through cleanup
• Own the master events calendar and balance physical, mental, social, and spiritual programming so every resident has something meaningful each week
• Plan and lead community outings — shopping, scenic drives, restaurants, museums, faith services, sporting events, and seasonal excursions — including transportation, accessibility, and on-site logistics
• Research, book, and manage entertainers, performers, and presenters; negotiate contracts and track spend against budget
• Own the High Adventure Club end-to-end: plan a quarterly day trip or overnighter and an annual signature multi-day trip (think glamping, national park lodge stays, coastal cruises, historic city tours), with safety, accessibility, and family communication built in
• Own the Veteran Recognition Program: identify and recognize resident veterans, host monthly veteran moments, run a recurring veterans' group, and maintain the Veteran Wall of Honor
• Build relationships with local senior centers, religious groups, libraries, schools, museums, and veteran service organizations (VFW, American Legion, Honor Flight) to enrich programming
• Design and deliver ongoing customer service trainings for the broader team — new hire orientation, monthly refreshers, role-plays, and family-experience workshops
• Recruit, train, and lead the community's volunteer program

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and other learning opportunities
• Free meals each shift
• On-demand pay — get your earned wages as soon as you want
• A growing company with real opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED