Life Enrichment Specialist - OH Region

Cedarhurst Senior Living • Cincinnati, OH

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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 requiring assistance, helping Life Enrichment teams deliver consistent, high-quality programming that promotes resident well-being and family engagement.

The LES oversees initiatives including electronic life enrichment platforms, family engagement programs, and Cedarhurst’s memory care model. The specialist mentors Life Enrichment leaders, supports positive resident and family experiences, assists with new community openings and acquisitions, and promotes Cedarhurst’s core values through meaningful engagement and person-centered approaches. The position involves frequent weekly travel across assigned communities and includes an auto and phone allowance.

The role may require walking or standing for extended periods, moving through communities and other worksites, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds independently or up to 200 pounds with assistance. Travel and overnight stays are required Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend travel and evening hours in the community. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screening, required health assessments, and use of designated PPE as required.

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 perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available as applicable.

Nice To Haves

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

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 during 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 stay 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.
• Participate in staff activities that foster teamwork, unity, and morale.
• Stay current on training and ongoing education initiatives and pursue continuous learning.
• 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.
• Auto and phone allowance.
• Access to the St. Louis Home Office, including an on-site gym with new 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.
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Opportunities for promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

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