Cogir Senior Living
Resident Lifestyle Coordinator
Cogir Senior Living, Bremerton, Washington, United States, 98312
Company Overview
Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth‑focused environment for our team members. Job Type
Full‑time Description
The Resident Lifestyle Coordinator provides an ongoing program of life‑enrichment activities designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well‑being of each resident in our Memory Care community. This position requires collaboration with the Resident Lifestyle Director, who oversees activities on the Assisted Living side of our community. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, communicating, and coordinating activities with residents individually or in a group setting, and planning special events. The coordinator is part of the management team to ensure policies and procedures are understood, trained, and implemented. The role oversees hiring, training, and managing resident lifestyle assistants, coordinators, and transportation drivers to ensure program expectations are met, and may oversee the transportation department. Key Responsibilities
Direct oversight of all life‑enrichment activities, outings, and programs centered around the residents’ needs within and outside the community. Create and lead arts, crafts, music, drama, educational, and exercise activities. Prepare a monthly newsletter, calendar of activities, and monthly activity meetings using your creativity and photography skills. Hire, train, and supervise Resident Lifestyle Assistants, Coordinators, and Drivers. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate. Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements. Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and ensure their accessibility through organized storage. Collaborate with Marketing to plan and promote community events. Collaborate with the Executive Director in developing a departmental budget. Foster family and community support of the activity program (e.g., through newsletters, networking, and activities that bring family or community members into the facility). Contribute to the community’s efforts to maintain and/or improve the quality of care through participation. Coordinate the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the community, which may include driving a company vehicle. Requirements
Education:
High School diploma required; associate degree or higher in gerontology, business, human services, or related field preferred. Experience:
At least three (3) years designing and leading life‑enrichment activities for seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and/or Memory Care settings. At least one (1) year of leadership experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare management in a supervisory role preferred. Training or at least one (1) year in dementia care is a plus (for memory care communities). Previous event planning experience strongly preferred. Competencies:
Creativity, empathy, patience, and passion for helping others. Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to motivate. Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Canva. Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings. Compensation
$20.00 – $25.00 per hour Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industries: Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth‑focused environment for our team members. Job Type
Full‑time Description
The Resident Lifestyle Coordinator provides an ongoing program of life‑enrichment activities designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well‑being of each resident in our Memory Care community. This position requires collaboration with the Resident Lifestyle Director, who oversees activities on the Assisted Living side of our community. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, communicating, and coordinating activities with residents individually or in a group setting, and planning special events. The coordinator is part of the management team to ensure policies and procedures are understood, trained, and implemented. The role oversees hiring, training, and managing resident lifestyle assistants, coordinators, and transportation drivers to ensure program expectations are met, and may oversee the transportation department. Key Responsibilities
Direct oversight of all life‑enrichment activities, outings, and programs centered around the residents’ needs within and outside the community. Create and lead arts, crafts, music, drama, educational, and exercise activities. Prepare a monthly newsletter, calendar of activities, and monthly activity meetings using your creativity and photography skills. Hire, train, and supervise Resident Lifestyle Assistants, Coordinators, and Drivers. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate. Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements. Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and ensure their accessibility through organized storage. Collaborate with Marketing to plan and promote community events. Collaborate with the Executive Director in developing a departmental budget. Foster family and community support of the activity program (e.g., through newsletters, networking, and activities that bring family or community members into the facility). Contribute to the community’s efforts to maintain and/or improve the quality of care through participation. Coordinate the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the community, which may include driving a company vehicle. Requirements
Education:
High School diploma required; associate degree or higher in gerontology, business, human services, or related field preferred. Experience:
At least three (3) years designing and leading life‑enrichment activities for seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and/or Memory Care settings. At least one (1) year of leadership experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare management in a supervisory role preferred. Training or at least one (1) year in dementia care is a plus (for memory care communities). Previous event planning experience strongly preferred. Competencies:
Creativity, empathy, patience, and passion for helping others. Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to motivate. Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Canva. Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings. Compensation
$20.00 – $25.00 per hour Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industries: Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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