Life Enrichment Director
About The Position
Great Lakes Management is seeking a dynamic, creative, and compassionate Life Enrichment Director to lead and oversee all aspects of our Activity and Volunteer Programs. This role is responsible for designing and implementing engaging programs that meet the social, physical, mental, emotional, and sensory needs of our Independent Living (IL) and Assisted Living (AL). This unique community has 2 Life Enrichment Directors, the other Director supports the Memory Care Neighborhood. If you are passionate about enriching the lives of seniors and creating vibrant community experiences, we would love to meet you!
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 drive the activities bus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and sound judgment.
Responsibilities
- Plan, promote, budget, and facilitate engaging activities and special events.
- Develop and manage the monthly campus calendar for IL and AL 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
