Community Relations-Jennings at Notre Dame Village (Chardon, OH) in Chardon, Ohio at Jennings Center For Older Adults

Community Relations – Jennings at Notre Dame Village (Chardon, Ohio)

Jennings is seeking an energetic, creative and compassionate professional - who enjoys building relationships - to join the Community Relations Team. This role serves as a key point of connection for prospective residents and families as well as nurturing relationships within the broader community for a vibrant senior living community rooted in Catholic values.

About Jennings at Notre Dame Village
Nestled in a beautiful, serene setting, Jennings at Notre Dame Village is just 8 years old and is one of Jennings' five senior living communities which together provide a full continuum of care in Northeast Ohio. The campus offers including charming cottage homes, a modern apartment building, and memory care assisted living within three intimate household residences. Our campus is designed to foster connection, independence, and a deep sense of community.

Position Summary
The Community Relations position is responsible for assisting individuals and families in navigating choices in residences and services that support successful aging - guiding them with compassion and empathy. This individual will also have an integral role in census development, marketing strategies, nurturing existing relationships and building new opportunities within the broader community. The candidate must be ready to participate in a culture of excellence in care and service and ensure alignment with Jennings’ Catholic mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and professionally with potential applicants and respond to all inquiries within the guidelines and framework of Jennings’ inquiry processes.
• Schedule on-site events and represent Jennings in community events.
• Implement tactics defined by the marketing plan and assist in developing marketing strategies to meet goals.
• Develop community relationships with local partners and potential referral sources, such as social services, aging services agencies and health care professionals.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and the broader community.
• Uphold and advance Jennings’ mission, values, and ministry-focused approach
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and licensure requirements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in customer service with compassionate, professional demeanor
• Strong administrative, organizational and project management skills
• Expertise in developing and nurturing relationships
• Proficiency of technology and various software
• Ability to communicate articulately and professionally in through written communications as well as public speaking
• Passion for participating in a non-profit culture of mission and values
• Experience in aging services preferred

Why Jennings?
Jennings is more than a workplace—it is a ministry centered on compassion, respect, and joy. We are committed to creating an environment where residents and staff alike can thrive, grow, and feel a true sense of belonging.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Away
• Health Benefits, including Dental and vision options
• 403b retirement plan with an employer matched contribution up to 7%
• Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability.
• Multiple staff supports such as success coach, EAP, tuition assistance and discount programs

If you are a joyful and creative person who is inspired by purpose-driven work and ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply.

Apply today to become part of a community where care, faith, and relationships come together.