The Sales Counselor partners with the Sales and Marketing Director to develop and execute marketing plans and achieve community occupancy goals.

Join our team at one of our senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care where we put Residents First while being team-focused and quality centered. We put Residents First, and our Associates Matter! At Sagora, we invest in and empower our team members for upward movement within the company and in their careers. We are certified as a Great Place to Work based on team member surveys! Apply now to join our dedicated team who cares, just like you!

Our Core Values areCommitment, Empowerment, Communication, and Excellence!

Did you know that our name Sagora comes from the combination of two words – Sage, which means wisdom or wise person, and Agora, which means a gathering place. Our communities are a gathering place of wisdom!

Benefits:

• Company-paid telemedicine service through Teladoc for all Full-Time benefit eligible team members
• On-Demand Pay – Request a pay advance of up to $500 and get paid the same day!
• Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more!
• Health/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flex Plan
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching!
• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Associate Assistance Program – counseling services at the other end of the phone!
• Discounted Meal Tickets
• Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends!
• Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)
• Lasting relationships with our residents! Our residents have so much wisdom to share!

Position Details:

Community Name: Elison Independent Living of Niles

Address: 8975 W Golf Rd. Niles, IL 60714

Phone number: 847-296-0333

Status (FT/PT/PRN): Full Time

Shift(s): AM/PM

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Sales and Marketing Director to execute the overall marketing and sales plan for the community
• Increase and maintain occupancy levels and revenue production of the community
• Generate and maintain sales leads
• Complete presentations and tours with prospects and subsequently close sales
• Develop and maintain relationships with residents, families, and professional referral sources in the area
• Record all sales and marketing traffic in the lead management system to maximize sales effectiveness
• Work with community leaders and corporate office to develop and coordinate large activities for residents and prospective residents

Skills/Requirements:

• 1 or more years of successful sales experience in the senior housing industry
• Working knowledge of sales and marketing concepts to include principles and methods for promoting, and selling products and/or services
• Understanding of marketing strategy and tactics, sales techniques, and sales systems
• Experience and training in consultative selling skills is highly preferred
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software to include Microsoft Office and lead management software
• Must have the ability to work well under stress, complete assignments accurately, work independently, and manage time effectively
• High degree of initiative and creativity, good judgment, and professional ethics
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting