Life Enrichment Director

AdamsPlace•Pulaski, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NHC HealthCare Pulaski is seeking a creative, compassionate, and energetic Life Enrichment Director to plan, coordinate, and lead meaningful activities and programs that enhance the quality of life of patients and residents. The role promotes residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being and calls for enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with seniors. The director oversees a comprehensive activities program, develops engaging monthly calendars responsive to residents’ interests and needs, coordinates group and individual activities and special events, and fosters an inclusive environment. The role also collaborates with care and other departments, builds relationships with families and community partners, coordinates staff and volunteers as applicable, maintains documentation and regulatory compliance, manages supplies within budget guidelines, and evaluates programs to support resident satisfaction and quality of life. This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pay depends on experience.

Requirements

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Creative, dependable, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
Compassionate and patient, with a genuine passion for working with seniors.
Ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities and events.
Comfort working collaboratively with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
Positive attitude and willingness to pursue professional growth and continued education.

Nice To Haves

Activities Director Certification (ADC) preferred.
Previous experience in activities, life enrichment, recreation, or senior living preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and oversee a comprehensive life enrichment and activities program that promotes residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being.
Develop and maintain monthly activity calendars reflecting residents’ interests, abilities, and individual needs.
Coordinate group activities, individual visits, special events, holiday celebrations, and community involvement opportunities.
Encourage resident participation and create a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other departments to support individualized resident care and engagement.
Build relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and community organizations.
Supervise and coordinate activities staff and volunteers, as applicable.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure activities programming follows applicable regulations and NHC policies.
Manage activity supplies, materials, and resources while supporting departmental budget guidelines.
Evaluate and enhance programs to promote resident satisfaction and quality of life.