Activities Coordinator - Full Time

Appleton Retirement Community; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Cornerstone Management in Appleton, WI seeks a creative Activities Coordinator to plan and lead programs supporting residents’ physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being. This hands-on role focuses on meaningful engagement in a senior living community.

You will design diverse activities, coordinate trips, holidays, and events; collaborate with staff; prepare calendars and newsletters; and provide compassionate, resident-centered care in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Experience planning and running activities, preferably in senior living.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement resident activities, events, trips, and celebrations.
• Encourage resident participation and create opportunities for talents and interests.
• Plan programs around holidays and meaningful occasions; collaborate across departments.
• Prepare a monthly activity calendar and community newsletter.
• Transport residents to outings and errands using the community van/bus; coordinate schedules.
• Maintain a welcoming environment and foster strong resident relationships.
• Support marketing events, open houses, and tours as needed.
• Assist with administrative duties, emergency calls, and front desk support.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Activities planning

Older adults experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Some college or relevant training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

Cornerstone Management oversees multiple Assisted Living communities dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe, engaging, and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary

Cornerstone Management is seeking a creative, energetic, and resident-focused Activities Coordinator to plan and lead engaging programs that support the physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of our senior living community. This is a hands-on, people-centered role with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k).
• Paid time off and recognized holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement a variety of resident activities, events, trips, and celebrations
• Encourage resident participation and create opportunities for them to share their talents and interests
• Plan special programs around holidays and other meaningful occasionsCommunicate and collaborate with staff across departments to coordinate events
• Prepare a monthly activity calendar and community newsletter
• Drive residents to scheduled outings, appointments, and errands in the community van/bus
• Coordinate transportation needs and maintain activity schedules
• Maintain a positive, welcoming environment and foster strong resident relationships
• Support marketing events, open houses, and tours as needed
• Assist with administrative duties, emergency calls, and occasional front desk support

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; some college or relevant training preferred
• Previous experience planning and running activities, preferably in a senior living setting
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Comfort working with older adults and understanding their interests and needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software
• MN Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement required
• Friendly, compassionate, and enthusiastic approach to resident engagement

Cornerstone Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.