Celebrations Activities Coordinator

LakeHouse Fond du Lac; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid training and growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Volunteer time off

Job summary

LakeHouse Fond du Lac is seeking an Activities & Events Coordinator to join our team. This role involves planning and overseeing resident activities that cater to physical, intellectual, and emotional needs.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in a relevant field and a passion for working with older adults. The position requires flexibility in hours and the ability to coordinate various community events effectively.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or a related field.
• One to three years of experience in assisted living or long-term care preferred.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults to participate in activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and overseeing resident activities.
• Plan and conduct programs that promote residents' physical and social well-being.
• Coordinate community functions from set-up to break-down.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Motivation of older adults

Organization skills

Delegation skills

Creative ability

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Activities & Events Coordinator Responsibilities

• 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 every other weekend) 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.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growth opportunities, uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness-related benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.