Resident Engagement Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living in; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

401(k)

Employee discounts

Referral program

Earned wage access

Voluntary benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Adoption benefit

Disability

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Account

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living in Vernon Hills, IL seeks a Resident Engagement Coordinator (Finance) to develop resident-centered programs, coordinate monthly calendars with residents and partner with leadership to execute community events.

The role emphasizes collaboration, planning and hands-on engagement, with opportunities for growth within Brookdale’s care-focused environment. Eligible benefits include health plans, retirement options and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of direct experience with adults.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Degree in a related field preferred (therapeutic recreation, gerontology, health care, education or related).

Responsibilities

• Develops a monthly calendar with residents in partnership with them.
• Collaborates with community leadership to plan, coordinate and execute events.
• Plans and schedules meaningful opportunities for resident engagement outside the community.
• Helps drive events such as holidays, family gatherings and educational activities.

Skills

Direct experience with adults

Leadership experience

People-centered approach

Event planning

Education

Related field degree

Therapeutic recreation

Job description

Resident Engagement Coordinator (Finance)

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Resident Engagement Coordinators have opportunities for advancement by exploring a new career in positions such as Resident Engagement Managers, Business Office Coordinators and even Sales Managers.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

• Requires at least one year of direct experience with adults. Leadership experience and a degree in a related field are preferred (therapeutic recreation, gerontology, health care, education or other related field).
• Must have a valid driver's license and may be required to obtain a commercial driver's license based on the needs of the community.

• Utilizes a person-centered approach starting with positive perceptions of aging, while building relationships and connections amongst residents.
• Develops a monthly calendar, in partnership with residents, based on residents' shared interests.
• Collaborates with community leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute special events at the community including, but not limited to, holiday, family, educational, and other marketing events.
• Plans and schedules meaningful opportunities for resident engagement outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.

Management/Decision Making

• Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with use of independent judgment and discretion. Solves problems using clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift: up to 50 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Exposure to latex
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
• Requires Driving: Drives residents (Tier 1)

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.Salary Minimum: 17.33Salary Maximum: 21.66