Celebrations Coordinator (Independent Living Activities Assistant)

Job Description

Job Description

About Discovery Management Group:

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide. 

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages.
• Access to wages before payday.
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours.
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time).
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time).
• 401(K) with employer matching.
• Paid training.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Meals and uniforms.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Our community is looking for a Celebrations (Activity) Coordinator to join our team. 

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities. 
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for our residents in our community.
• Attend all community planned functions and help coordinate the event from beginning to end including set-up, running, and breaking down for the event.
• Assist in preparing and organizing a calendar of events.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and some weekends) for planned activity events.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field preferred.
• One to three years experience in assisted living or long term care working with memory care patients preferred.
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• Strong skills in organization, delegation and consensus building.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!