Resident Engagement Coord DOT physical required

Responsible for the ever-evolving implementation of the Engagement 3.0 philosophy (Friendships First, Programs Second and Purpose Partners), including promotion of culture with Sales partners and prospects.Provide subject matter expertise to the community leadership team regarding engagement and quality of life for residents.Requires at least one year of direct experience with adults.

Leadership experience and a degree in a related field are preferred (therapeutic recreation, gerontology, health care, education or other related field).Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.ACTIVITIES COORDINATORMust have valid driver's license and be able to pass DOT physical and drug testMust pass level II background checkMust have experience working with seniors and senior activitiesJob SummaryFosters, develops, and maintains an environment that supports a culture of engagement based on Brookdales Engagement Philosophy.

Utilizes a person-centered approach starting with positive perceptions of aging, while building relationships and connections amongst and across communities.Essential FunctionsDevelops and maintains an innovative, continuous culture of engagement reflective of adults by leveraging engagements fundamental concepts and points of difference.Cultivates person-centered engagement that is meaningful to the individual by learning and understanding each residents unique interests and desires.

Incorporates elements of spontaneity daily, as appropriate, while continuously looking for opportunities to bridge social connections and create friendships among residents.Encourages and promotes purposeful opportunities for residents, both internally and externally.

Networks with outside community resources to enrich the variety of opportunities available to residents.Implements resident experience and welcome protocols.Provides subject matter expertise to the leadership team regarding engagement and quality of life for residents and associates.

Promotes a culture of interdepartmental cooperation to lead to intentional prospect-resident connections.Supports community operations by working to achieve the highest level of resident experience and satisfaction.Collaborates with community leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute special events at the community including, but not limited to, holiday, family, Friends for Life, educational, and other marketing events.Plans and schedules meaningful opportunities for resident engagement outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.Develops a monthly calendar, in partnership with residents, based on residents shared interests.

Ensures Company initiatives and specialty programs are scheduled and executed as scheduled.Understands and supports the Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST) and appropriate state, federal, and other regulations related to resident programming and engagement.Maintains and adheres to department monthly budget and expense control whil...