Program and Partner Coordinator

Opened in 2020, the Pillars of Prospect Park is conveniently located off the light rail transit station and close to the metro bus near the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis, MN. This senior living community features 133 Independent living, 106 assisted living, and 44 memory care apartments. Two buildings make up this vibrant community and also encompass an on-site Intergenerational Child Care Center. Managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota's largest senior living operator. Join our team of dedicated employees who share in our mission to help our seniors heal, discover, and educate for longer, healthier, more meaningful lives.

The Program and Partner Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, planning, and implementing quality programs through partnerships with the University of Minnesota, contracted professionals, volunteers, and our internal student residents. Coordinate with the life enrichment department in conjunction with the Life Enrichment Director to deliver high-quality programming fulfilling the physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and occupational needs of our residents and prospects.

This position's schedule includes;

• 64 hours every two weeks ; Full Time
• Weekend rotation
• Generous Benefits

Responsibilities

• Develops partnerships and programs that reflect the interests of current and prospective residents by assessing their needs and preferences through focus groups and one-on-one meetings, then designing and implementing activities that address identified psychosocial needs.
• Communicate and coordinate events with other facility departments and managing the planning and delivery of high-quality programs through partnerships with the University of Minnesota, contracted professionals, volunteers, and internal student residents.
• Coordinates calendars, newsletters and community-wide communication: This role coordinates calendars, newsletters, and community-wide communications by working collaboratively with the Life Enrichment Director to develop and deliver content for the monthly newsletter, weekly emails, and event promotions, while also partnering with the marketing team to effectively promote calendar programs and engage prospective residents on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Coordinates Community Volunteers and Student Resident Housing Program: This role coordinates community volunteers and the Student Resident Housing Program by adhering to established onboarding, residency, and engagement policies and procedures while ensuring high-quality service and involvement. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, assigning, supervising, and recognizing volunteers; assessing program needs and effectively utilizing volunteer services to enhance residents’ psychosocial well-being; and developing relationships with local organizations to promote community involvement. The position also oversees student residents by managing onboarding and training, promoting engagement, tracking and reporting monthly hours, encouraging innovative student-led programming and special projects, planning, organizing, and leading monthly student resident meetings.
• Coordinates partnership with University of Minnesota and other Community Partners: This role coordinates partnerships with the University of Minnesota and other community partners by managing and overseeing both existing and new collaborations, including coordinating meetings, schedules, and on-site program implementation. The position works collaboratively with the Dimensions Manager and the nursing clinical team to support high-quality care through clinical partnerships such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, the Dental School, and other affiliated programs. In addition, the role strategically plans and implements new community programs throughout the calendar year to enhance services and engagement at the site level.
• Support Marketing Department: This role supports the Marketing Department by coordinating community events and maintaining strong partner relationships, assisting with tours by providing detailed programming information and collaborating with prospective residents, and actively participating in new initiatives to promote engagement and organizational growth.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years experience in Assisted Living or SNF programming
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
• Is flexible and willing to expand and adapt to changes in the Assisted Living field

Preferred Qualifications

• A.A./A.S. Activity Director, COTA, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy
• Bachelor of Arts Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy
• 5 years experience in Assisted Living or SNF programming
• Must be able to work irregular hours, occasional weekends, and evenings

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

Salary : $24 - $34