Lifestyle Coordinator
The United Group of Companies, Inc. is a full-service, vertically integrated leader in real estate development and management with over 50 years of industry expertise. Our mission is to develop, build, and acquire vibrant communities where our residents, investors, partners, and commercial clients feel welcome, connected, and fulfilled. Our commitment to innovation sets us apart and is evident in our award-winning lifestyle programs. We firmly believe that where you live, and work, should be an experience that enriches and improves your life. United Group provides a place to call home and a space where businesses thrive in all the communities we join.
We have an immediate need for a full-time Lifestyle Coordinator to join our team at The Arbella at Bramble Hill, one of United Group's newest luxury Active Adult (55+) apartment communities, currently in the construction stage in Worcester, MA.
Program Planning
- Uses a foundation of creativity to develop new programs and coordinate activities for residents that support the SUN program in alignment with the budget provided, and that coincide with residents' interests
- Plans, organizes, leads / instructs, participates, and supervises residents in crafts, games, sports, and recreational and cultural activities
- Documents resident activity and personal work activity through notes or other written documentation
Marketing + Communication
- Creates calendars, fliers, posters, newsletters, or other materials for the purpose of announcing upcoming programs
- Provides ongoing information and communications with residents in conjunction with management staff via newsletter and event calendar
Logistics
- Monitors materials and supplies - orders supplies as needed, and stocks supplies upon receipt
- Arranges and serves appropriate refreshments for activities
- Documents resident activity and personal work activity through notes or other written documentation
Driving Requirements
- As needed, transports residents to and from appointments and activities, operating and maintaining the Company vehicle (van/bus, etc.) in a safe and legal manner
- A minimum of three (3) years driving experience is required if the position will be responsible for driving or considered to be a driving role
Work Environment + Physical Demands
- May be exposed to outdoor spaces or other environments, which will, by their nature, have variances in air quality, temperature, walking surfaces, lighting, and other physical aspects
- Frequent body movements include lifting, moving, transferring, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching
- Able to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, unassisted, with twisting and turning of the torso, and stand or walk for prolonged periods of time
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions
Job Overview + Requirements
- Job Type: Lifestyle Coordinator, Non Exempt $26.50 per hour plus Bonus Program
- Work Hours: Full Time, Monday Friday 8:30am 5:00pm (weekends and evening as needed for resident activities).
- Physical Requirements: lifting, moving, transferring, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching. Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
- Required Education: Bachelor's Degree or applicable work experience.
- Required Experience: 1 - 2 years of experience in event planning, preferably residential property management and in active/independent adult (55+) market. Knowledge of Microsoft Products, i.e. Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Canva.
- Qualities: Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level; Exceptional communication, sales, and negotiation skills; Ability to solve problems involving residents and challenging situations
Benefits + Time Off
- Medical: Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY 3 insurance plans with HSA options; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
- Dental + Vision: eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
- Life Insurance: Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
- 401K Retirement Plan: Voya Financial; Employee Contribution Eligibility at 1st of the month following 90 days; eligible for Employer Match after 1 Year of Service; up to 4% Company Match.
- Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program; United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including Mental Health); Calm App premium subscription; Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount); Dependent Care FSA; Tuition Assistance Program.
- PTO: Personal (24 Hours), Sick (56 Hours), and Vacation Time (80 Hours; escalated based on years of service up to 160 Hours); eligibility after 90-day Introductory Period.
- Holidays: 10 Company Paid Holidays.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected class covered by law.