Trips Coordinator - Broadview at Purchase College : Job Details

Broadview at Purchase College

GENERAL SUMMARY:

A unique opportunity exists to join a team in creating a vibrant senior learning community on the campus of Purchase College, State University of New York. The residents of this university-based retirement community will be able to enjoy the many amenities of the college including the renowned Neuberger Museum of Art, the Performing Arts Center, the academic and athletic facilities, and the park-like campus. They will be able to enjoy all these benefits while living in a village designed specifically for their interests and needs. As part of the Purchase College community, Broadview residents will enjoy both formal and informal programming and collaborative opportunities designed to promote intergenerational engagement with members of the college community, ranging from classes and mentoring to providing employment opportunities for students. Broadview will offer the full continuum of services, inclusive of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community is slated to open to residents in the third quarter of 2023.

INCLUSIVE AND COLLABORATIVE CULTURE:

We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is the commitment to a community of equity and access through the acceptance of all aspects of human difference. This includes but is not limited to age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression and identity, language heritage, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, status as a veteran and worldview. Broadview at Purchase College is proud to be SAGE CARE certified, and all employees will be provided with SAGE CARE training. Broadview at Purchase College is committed to integrating various cultural and social perspectives to engender excellence and to creating a collaborative culture in order to provide an exceptional experience for every employee and resident.

Position Title: Trips Coordinator

Reports To: Director of Community Life

Location: Broadview at Purchase College Status: Part-Time (Maximum 20 hours per week)

Position Summary: Want to engage the rich culture of New York, and be compensated to learn? An exciting opportunity at a unique Senior Learning Community is available! The Trips Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing engaging and educational group trips for residents, primarily on Fridays, with occasional weekend and evening hours. The focus will be on visits to local museums, cultural sites, and other enriching destinations that align with the interests and accessibility needs of our vibrant retirement community.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Hospitality, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in event planning, group coordination, or senior living programming.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
• Familiarity with local attractions and cultural sites.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist residents with mobility aids as needed.

Work Schedule:

• Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Additional weekend and evening hours as needed, totaling a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Qualifications:

• Required: Background in cultural arts.Preferred: CPR certification (must be obtained by the time of hire).
• Preferred: Experience leading group trips.
• A desire to work with older adults and contribute to a thriving, intergenerational community.

HOSPITALITY FOCUS:

The Broadview Community fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:

1. We greet residents, employees, and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.

2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.

3. We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.

4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.

5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.

6. We embrace and value our differences.

7. We make residents, employees and guests feel important.

8. We ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?”

9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, always.

10. We pay attention to details.

WELLNESS FOCUS:

The Broadview employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents and employees. This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Vocational. Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed residents' wellness needs relating to their mind, body, and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

Additional Information:

This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to lead innovative wellness programs, fostering both physical well-being and meaningful social connections. We are looking for a creative, motivated professional who values community engagement.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant, engaged senior living community
• Flexible part-time schedule

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to [insert application email or contact information]. Broadview Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.