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WesleyLife

Activities Coordinator

WesleyLife, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50265

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As a Lifestyle Coordinator, you’ll have the opportunity to directly and positively impact the health and well‑being of Edgewater residents by finding purpose, passion and joy in ways that promote our culture of well‑being.

As a Lifestyle Coordinator, you will:

Evaluate, develop, plan, implement, and assess programs that align with the community’s objectives and our Core 4 philosophies. Prepare and promote programs for residents and team members.

Maintain cooperative relationships with residents, team members, and their families.

Encourage resident participation in outdoor events, social gatherings, and religious activities.

Participate in Program Planning meetings and assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating large campus‑wide events.

Build coalitions and utilize community and facility resources. Communicate health education and program information to the community, staff, and residents.

Develop and use various educational methods and materials. Maintain educational bulletin boards, table tents, and flyers promoting well‑being topics.

Supervise residents during activities to ensure safety regulations and policies are followed.

Qualifications:

Four‑year college degree in Exercise Science, Community Health Education, Therapeutic Recreation or other related disciplines such as Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training, or Physical Education. Significant experience in a highly related role or organization may be substituted for the degree.

Demonstrate an energetic, hospitality‑focused, and compassionate approach to working with individuals who are served by the community. Must demonstrate necessary communication and relationship enhancing skills with individuals who may have physical, mental, and/or emotional challenges or limitations.

Must demonstrate a collaborative and team‑based approach to their work.

What We Offer We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k)- For all Full Time employees.

Wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits.

Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage for all Full Time employees.

Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year

Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global

Ongoing leadership training and development pathways

Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact

A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.

Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way.

WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well‑being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre‑hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment.

Qualifications Education Bachelors or better in Human Development and Learning or related field.

Licenses & Certifications Recreational Therapy

Preferred Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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