Resident Engagement Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.•Latrobe, PA

About The Position

Brookdale is hiring a Resident Engagement Coordinator to build relationships and connections among residents through a person-centered approach. The coordinator develops monthly engagement calendars in partnership with residents and collaborates with community leadership to plan and deliver special events. The role also arranges meaningful opportunities for residents outside the community and may involve driving a community vehicle. The position requires at least one year of direct experience with adults coordinating, planning, and executing programs, along with a high school diploma or GED. A related bachelor’s degree and leadership experience are preferred. A valid driver’s license is required; a commercial driver’s license may also be required depending on community needs. The role involves routine decision-making within detailed guidelines, with independent judgment and discretion, and requires solving problems by following guidelines or reporting them to a supervisor. Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, communicating, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The position requires interaction with coworkers, residents, or vendors and driving residents. Occasional weekend, evening, or night work may be needed for shift coverage, and on-call availability may be required as needed. The role may involve exposure to communicable diseases, latex, blood-borne pathogens, drugs, chemicals, infectious or biological hazards, and risks of injury from falls, burns, odors, or equipment cuts.

Requirements

At least 1 year of direct experience with adults coordinating, planning, and executing programs.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
May be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license based on the needs of the community.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to drive residents.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, health care, education, or a related field.
Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Use a person-centered approach grounded in positive perceptions of aging while building relationships and connections among residents.
Develop a monthly calendar in partnership with residents, based on their shared interests.
Collaborate with the community leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute special community events, including holiday, family, educational, and marketing events.
Plan and schedule meaningful opportunities for resident engagement outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible part-time and full-time associates.
401(k).
Associate assistance program.
Employee discounts.
Referral program.
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates outside California.
Optional voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and pet insurance.
Paid time off for eligible full-time associates.
Paid holidays for eligible full-time associates.
Company-provided life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Adoption benefit for eligible full-time associates.
Short- and long-term disability coverage for eligible full-time associates.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible full-time associates.
Health Savings Account for eligible full-time associates.
Optional life and dependent life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Optional voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and a legal plan, for eligible full-time associates.
Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time associates.
Qualified associates employed for at least one year may receive an advance of up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for naturalization application fees.
Professional development and ongoing health and wellness programs.
Temporary associates are not eligible for benefits but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.