Resident Engagement Coordinator

Resident Engagement Coordinator (Full-Time)

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Make Every Day Meaningful.

Are you passionate about helping older adults live life to the fullest? We’re looking for a compassionate, creative, and energetic Resident  Engagement Coordinator to join our team! In this role, you’ll create meaningful experiences, plan engaging programs and outings, build lasting relationships with residents, and help make our community a place where people truly feel at home.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently working in senior living—such as an Activities Assistant, Resident Assistant, CNA, or Life Enrichment professional—who is ready to grow into a leadership role.

Bus driving experience is a plus, but not required.

What We Offer

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
• Manager-on-Duty rotation
• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k), Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts and associate assistance program
• A collaborative team, supportive leadership, and amazing residents

If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a career where you can make a meaningful difference every day—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create moments that matter for our residents.

• Utilizes a person-centered approach starting with positive perceptions of aging, while building relationships and connections amongst residents.


• Develops a monthly calendar, in partnership with residents, based on residents’ shared interests.


• Collaborates with community leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute special events at the community including, but not limited to, holiday, family, educational, and other marketing events.


• Plans and schedules meaningful opportunities for resident engagement outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above-referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Education and Experience

A minimum of 1 year of direct experience with adults, coordinating, planning, and executing programs is required. High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required. Bachelor’s Degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, health care, education, or other related field preferred. Leadership experience preferred. 

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and may be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license based on the needs of the community

Management/Decision Making

Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with use of independent judgment and discretion. Solves problems using clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing


• Walking


• Sitting


• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel


• Reach with hands and arms


• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl


• Talk or hear


• Ability to lift:  up to 50 pounds


• Vision


• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors


• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage


• On-Call on an as needed basis


• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections


• Exposure to latex


• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens


• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards


• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment


• Requires Driving: Drives residents (Tier 1)
  
   

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.