Activities Coordinator Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia

Activities Coordinator 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 1611 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Do you have a passion for improving the lives of others? Are you a coordinator of fun and excitement? This may be the exciting new career you have been looking for! Linwood Estates , the premier retirement community for active seniors in Mentor, is currently seeking a full-time Activity Coordinator to join our team.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This candidate must have a passion for working with seniors and a proven history of working directly with the senior population is preferred. Our ideal candidate will have a varied background in event coordinating, decorating, wedding planning, or teaching experience. This position will require you to lead and engage our residents and also have a friendly, professional, and energetic personality at all times. This means, being able to appeal to many different personalities is vital to the success of this candidate. Encouraging participation for all events is a huge part of a successful activities program so our Activity Coordinator candidate will benefit from having strong persuasive skills. The successful candidate for this position must also possess enthusiasm for creating, developing and implementing a full event, activity and fitness program to satisfy the mind, body and spirit of our residents.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of event planning or coordinating experience is required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with our residents.
• Flexible daytime hours and some weekends may be required.
• Must have energy, creativity, and imagination.
• Basic computer skills are needed.
• Prior senior living experience is strongly preferred.
• Desire to provide quality of life to a wonderful group of seniors in your community.

THE PERKS

We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes paid time off and the opportunity to elect healthcare, dental, vision and disability benefits, as well as supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401k plan with company match at the company’s discretion, and an employee assistance program (EAP). We also have a very unique culture and love to celebrate year-round! Also, our Home Office Activities Department is available 7 days a week to help train, support, and guide our Activity Coordinators.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a copy of your most recent resume to for consideration. We do pre-employment background checks, employment verifications, and reference checks. Parker Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

activity coordination: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person