Part Time Celebration Coordinator

Discovery Commons San Pablo; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Paid training opportunities

Job summary

Discovery Commons San Pablo in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a dedicated Activities & Events Coordinator to enrich the lives of seniors by creating meaningful connections through a diverse calendar of activities. This role requires at least an Associate’s Degree and experience in assisted living or with senior populations.

You will collaborate with team members to ensure events run smoothly while maintaining a welcoming environment. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in assisted living or exposure to the senior population.
• Ability to inspire and motivate older adults.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and overseeing resident activities and events.
• Coordinate community programs to ensure smooth execution.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Event coordination

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Creative problem-solving

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Activities & Events Coordinator

As the Activities & Events Coordinator, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Position Summary

Your role includes assisting in the development and oversight of resident services, fostering resident engagement, and ensuring events run smoothly while maintaining a warm and welcoming community environment.

Position Highlights

• Status: FULL TIME / PART TIME / PRN / ETC.
• Schedule: ENTER SCHEDULE, INCLUDING WEEKENDS IF APPLICABLE
• Location: COMMUNITY ADDRESS
• Rate of Pay: HOURLY OR SALARY RATE OF PAY

What You’ll Do

• Assist in planning and overseeing a diverse calendar of resident activities and events that support physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual well‑being.
• Coordinate and lead community programs, ensuring seamless execution from set‑up through clean‑up.
• Partner with team members and residents to create meaningful experiences that promote engagement and joy.
• Encourage resident participation, adapting activities to meet a variety of interests and abilities.
• Maintain accurate scheduling and organization of events, ensuring timely communication and preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school preferred.
• One to three years of experience preferred in assisted living, long‑term care, or experience/exposure to the senior population.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, speaking the primary language of the residents.
• Ability to inspire, encourage, and motivate older adults.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic computer applications.
• Applies creative approaches to program development and event coordination; excellent organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate and build consensus.

Benefits

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a “401(k)” with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness‑related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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

Compliance

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.

Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.