Life Enrichment Director

Better Living SL•Walcott, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Director at Better Living is the heartbeat of our community. This role goes beyond planning activities — it’s about creating joy, fostering connection, and elevating every moment for our residents. The Life Enrichment Director designs and leads meaningful, engaging experiences that honor each resident’s life story, abilities, interests, and purpose. At Better Living, life enrichment isn’t optional — it’s essential. We believe residents deserve days filled with laughter, dignity, choice, and moments that matter.

Requirements

Experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, or a related field preferred
Experience in senior living, assisted living, or memory care strongly preferred
Passion for working with older adults and creating meaningful experiences
Strong communication and organizational skills
Creative, outgoing, and flexible personality
Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Plan and lead a robust calendar of daily, weekly, and monthly life-enrichment experiences
Design programs that support physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being
Ensure activities are inclusive, engaging, and adaptable for all levels of ability
Create experiences — not just events — that encourage resident choice and participation
Incorporate music, movement, art, games, outings, celebrations, and purpose-driven activities
Get to know residents personally through life stories, interests, and preferences
Adapt programming to reflect resident feedback and evolving needs
Encourage resident leadership, clubs, committees, and peer-to-peer involvement
Support dignity, independence, and meaningful engagement for every resident
Partner with the care team to support residents living with dementia through purposeful, sensory-rich programming
Implement structured daily routines that promote comfort, familiarity, and success
Use redirection, validation, and relationship-based engagement strategies
Align programs with Better Living’s Better Days Memory Care philosophy
Actively model and promote the Better Living mission and values
Bring energy, positivity, and creativity to the community atmosphere
Partner with other department leaders to create engaging cross-department experiences
Welcome families and guests and encourage participation in community life
Represent Better Living positively during tours, events, and community outreach
Maintain an accurate activity calendar and documentation as required by state regulations
Track participation and engagement
Manage activity supplies, budget, and donations
Ensure programs meet licensing and regulatory requirements
Complete required training and attend team meetings