Resident Activities & Transportation Coordinator

Provincial Senior Living; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Provincial Senior Living is seeking an Activities Coordinator / Driver in Palatine, IL to plan and deliver engaging resident programs while providing transportation support for residents. You will lead daily activities, coordinate events, and assist with mobility and safety during transport.

This hands-on role requires strong communication and organization skills, 1–3 years in related settings, and a passion for enriching seniors' daily lives. CDL may be required for some communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in activities, hospitality, or senior living preferred.
• 21+ with valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• CDL may be required based on community needs.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and conducting programs that support residents’ well-being.
• Encourage and engage residents to participate in activities.
• Plan and facilitate daily programs, events, and celebrations.
• Coordinate events from start to finish (setup, execution, breakdown).
• Maintain activities calendar and community newsletter.
• Maintain activity spaces and supplies; manage inventory.
• Coordinate with other departments to support programming needs.
• Support memory care and mixed-group programming as applicable.
• Meet with new residents to introduce programs and build engagement.
• Organize and support volunteer involvement.

Skills

High school diploma

Associate degree

Driver's license

Clean driving record

CDL may be required

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Multitasking

Seniors care

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Provincial Senior Living is seeking an Activities Coordinator / Driver in Palatine, IL to plan and deliver engaging resident programs while providing transportation support for residents. You will lead daily activities, coordinate events, and assist with mobility and safety during transport.

This hands-on role requires strong communication and organization skills, 1–3 years in related settings, and a passion for enriching seniors' daily lives. CDL may be required for some communities.