Life Enrichment Specialist - KC Region

Cedarhurst Senior Living • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Life Enrichment Specialist (LES) reports directly to the Director of Education & Engagement and provides leadership, training, and operational oversight for life enrichment and memory care programming across multiple Cedarhurst communities. The role travels as needed to support communities and their Life Enrichment teams, promote consistent delivery of high-quality programming, and support resident well-being and family engagement. Responsibilities include overseeing electronic life enrichment platforms, family engagement programs, and Cedarhurst’s memory care model; mentoring Life Enrichment leaders; supporting new community openings and acquisitions; and promoting person-centered engagement and Cedarhurst’s core values.

The position involves frequent weekly travel across assigned communities, overnight stays Monday through Friday, occasional weekend travel, and evening hours in communities. An auto and phone allowance is provided. The work may include extended walking or standing and moving through communities, worksites, or the Home Office. The role may require lifting or moving up to 50 pounds independently and up to 200 pounds with assistance. Team members are expected to participate in staff activities and maintain current training and ongoing education.

Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screening, required health assessments, and use of designated personal protective equipment as required by company policy and applicable law. Cedarhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience in a senior care community, with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills, preferred.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with a proactive approach to completing tasks and achieving results.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to travel frequently, including overnight travel Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend travel and evening hours in the community.
• May need to walk or stand for extended periods.
• May need to lift or move up to 50 pounds independently and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Must stay current on training and ongoing education initiatives and pursue continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Gerontology, Nursing, Health Administration, or a related field preferred.
• State-required license or certification as a Life Enrichment/Activity Professional preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in a senior care community, with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Community Leadership and Life Enrichment teams in optimizing each resident’s well-being.
• Develop and implement approaches that enhance resident engagement.
• Support existing Cedarhurst communities and assist with acquisitions and new community openings.
• Oversee implementation and monitoring of electronic life enrichment platforms, family engagement programs, memory care programming, and other life enrichment initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional support leaders to enhance residents’ lives through engagement and programming.
• Coordinate education, training, and mentoring opportunities for Life Enrichment team members.
• Implement and monitor adoption of the Company’s memory care model.
• Oversee development and maintenance of life enrichment, activities, and memory care programming in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Provide ongoing learning and skill development related to life enrichment and memory care best practices.
• Fill in as a full-time Life Enrichment Director or Coordinator in communities as needed.
• Conduct on-site visits to ensure Life Enrichment and Memory Care standards are met.
• Provide guidance on resident rights concerns and grievances involving residents, families, and employees.
• Develop resources and remain current with emerging best practices in life enrichment and memory care.
• Assist additional regions’ life enrichment programs as needed.
• Assist with hiring and onboarding new Life Enrichment Directors and Coordinators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match after one year of service for eligible employees
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Promotion-from-within and career-building opportunities
• On-site gym with equipment, personal training, group classes, and stretching sessions for visiting or office-based team members
• Catered lunches and regular team events at the Home Office
• Auto and phone allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed