Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Life Enrichment Director to lead engaging programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for our residents. In this vital role, you will create a vibrant, inclusive environment by developing and coordinating a diverse array of recreational, social, and therapeutic activities tailored to the needs and interests of seniors. Your leadership will foster meaningful connections, promote well-being, and support residents’ physical, emotional, and social health.
Reporting Relationships:
The Life Enrichment Director reports to the Executive Director of the Facility.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Activities Programs of the facility.
Meet with administration, resident care staff, and other related departments for planning activities.
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility and outside community agencies to ensure that the activities programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
Interview residents/families as necessary to better provide activities that meet needs and involve residents' families in planning activities when possible.
Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for field trips.
Encourage hobbies and crafts and provide materials that are in keeping with the residents' financial status and the departmental budget.
Record and maintain activity progress notes as well as a record of resident activities.
Prepare and post a schedule of activities and keep the Orientation Board current.
Organize and maintain a Volunteer Program.
Schedule outside activities and groups for residents.
Provide tours of the facility and an explanation of the admission procedure to prospective residents and family members.
Make daily rounds to ensure the well-being of the residents.
Coordinate activities with other departments as necessary.
Develop a facility newsletter.
Recommend to the Executive Director the equipment and supply needs of the department.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED, required.
- One or more years’ experience in planning, coordinating, or leading activities and events, preferred.
- Experience in planning and executing activities in a senior care or healthcare setting preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic attitude toward working with the elderly.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull and work continuously without sitting for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds.
Benefits:
Full time position offers a competitive benefit program to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with matching contribution, Paid Time Off.
Job Type: Full-time
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
