Life Enrichment Director
About The Position
Caretta Eau Claire has an exciting opportunity to help build programs, traditions, and meaningful connections with our residents. We are seeking a Life Enrichment Director who is passionate about senior living, creative in program development, and energized by the opportunity to shape resident engagement. The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for all aspects of the Life Enrichment, Activities, and Volunteer programs designed to meet the social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and sensory needs of Assisted Living and Memory Care residents. This role is key in creating a vibrant, engaging, and resident-centered environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services, Activity Director Certification, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of two years of life enrichment or activities experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care
- Strong creativity, organization, and leadership skills
- Experience engaging residents in both group and one-on-one settings across all levels of functioning
- Background in budgeting and program planning
- Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Must have a Drivers License and able to drive 14 passenger van
Responsibilities
- Plan, promote, budget, and lead life enrichment programs, activities, and special events
- Develop and maintain a monthly life enrichment calendar that reflects a well-rounded, engaging program for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents
- Build strong, positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners
- Ensure activities are appropriately supervised by staff or volunteers
- Lead activities as needed to ensure consistency, quality, and resident engagement
- Evaluate programming to meet current and future resident needs
- Serve as Editor-in-Chief of the monthly community newsletter, coordinating contributions from residents and staff
- Work with entertainers, vendors, and community partners to enhance programming
- Supervise the volunteers through mentoring, training, and performance evaluations
- Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to support activity programming in Memory Care
- Creatively coordinate movies, educational programming, and special events
- Coordinate and accompany residents on outings and field trips as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Full benefits package including 401(k) with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
