Life Enrichment Director

Role Overview

• Plan, promote, budget, and facilitate engaging activities and special events.
• Develop and manage the monthly campus calendar for IL, AL, and MC residents.
• Ensure activities are properly supervised by staff or trained volunteers.
• Lead activities as necessary to ensure success and consistency.
• Evaluate programming to meet current and future resident needs.
• Manage and creatively utilize the campus Theater (movies, educational events, sporting events).
• Coordinate transportation for off-site outings and accompany residents on field trips as needed.
• Promote and recruit volunteers.
• Train, supervise, and recognize volunteers.
• Maintain volunteer files including background checks, references, and evaluations.
• Work with vendors (entertainers, educators, musicians, spiritual leaders) to enrich programming.
• Collaborate with Resident Council and committees to plan and evaluate resident-selected programs.
• Serve as Editor-in-Chief of the monthly newsletter.
• Coordinate contributions from staff and residents to create an engaging and informative publication.
• Supervise and mentor campus activity personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations and administer corrective action when necessary.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to support training and mentoring of Resident Assistants assigned to Memory Care and Care Suites.
• Adhere to all company policies and ensure Activities team compliance.
• Represent the organization consistent with mission and values.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BA in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services, or Activity Director Certification OR 2+ years of experience working with senior programs.
• Minimum of 2 years of activities experience in retirement, assisted living, or long-term care.
• Strong creativity in planning engaging programs.
• Experience with group leadership and one-on-one resident engagement.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Financial planning and budgeting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Class C Driver’s License.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment.