Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing MI We currently have vacancy for a Recreation Event and Volunteer Coordinator to work a Full Time schedule In this position a Recreation Event and Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for leading the volunteer programs which respond to the vision mission and goals of BH by drawing upon the talents and abilities of each volunteer Coordinate recruitment selection orientation and placement Intervene when necessary Coordinate community programs as requested Organize and lead the recreational events of community Ensure resident quality of life is maintained and enriched Provide suggestions and assistance in planning directing and evaluating the ongoing recreation events and volunteer programs and in addition to but not limited to the following duties Event Coordination Collaborate with the Resident Life Manager to assure events meet the interests and physical mental and psychosocial well being of the residentsReview support needs and request recreation staff or volunteers as needed for each event Collaborate with Dining Services to place food requests identify dietary needs of residents and request hospitality staff as needed Promote recreation services to residents family members and responsible partiesAssist in coordinating the transportation of residents to and from events in and outside of the community which may include driving a community motor vehicle Request funds within budget for event needs and maintain supplies Collaborate with Resident Life Manager to project monthly expenditures and keep records and inventory of supplies Volunteer Planning Assess volunteer needs of various departments Plan and implement volunteer projects and activities based on community goals program objectives and resource needs Maintain public contacts with community agencies and organizations in and publicprivate sectors to identify and recruit volunteers Select volunteers as appropriate for service to the residents and staffPlan organize and implement volunteer recognition events and activitiesComplete all required paperworkscreens for volunteers prior to approval including visiting pet paperworkOrient volunteers and prepare them to perform their duties in accordance with site volunteer resources policies and proceduresIf you like to smile enjoy providing exceptional hospitality and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors we want to hear from you Qualifications Coursework in various aspects of eldercare recreation event planning or related subjects required Bachelors Degree in a human service field preferred Experience working with geriatrics in a long term care assisted living or other related residential health care setting Minimum of 1 year experience in volunteer management recruitment and training and coordinating community programs and working in a long term care assisted living or other related residential health care setting working with geriatrics is strongly preferred Ability to obtain a chauffers drivers license within two months Ability to work extended or flexible hours as necessary Ability to read write speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English Willingness to handle difficult situations involving residents PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK Senior advocacyRewarding hospitality driven environmentGrowth opportunitiesDiverse cultureOpen door atmosphereOption to be paid dailyDiscounted employee mealsFree parkingEmployee Assistance Program to all employeesEligible for benefits as of the 31st day of employment if Full TimeEmployee recognition programsBeautiful resort like campus on 38 acresJoin an exceptional teamMany roles at Burcham Hills may require that we ask about your vaccination status This could include MMR chicken pox hepatitis flu and COVID 19 vaccine status Drug free workplace EEO & E verify employer sponsor