Resident Engagement Coordinator
Brookdale, Gastonia, NC, United States
Job Description
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Grow your career with Brookdale! Resident Engagement Coordinators have opportunities for advancement by exploring a new career in positions such as Resident Engagement Managers, Business Office Coordinators, and even Sales Managers.
Benefits
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility:
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility:
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Base pay range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
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Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Grow your career with Brookdale! Resident Engagement Coordinators have opportunities for advancement by exploring a new career in positions such as Resident Engagement Managers, Business Office Coordinators, and even Sales Managers.
Benefits
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility:
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility:
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Base pay range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
#J-18808-Ljbffr