Life Enrichment Specialist

Journey Skilled Nursing • Cumming, GA

2d

About The Position

The Regional Life Enrichment Specialist provides hands-on support, guidance, training, and operational oversight for Social Services and Life Enrichment programs across multiple Journey communities. The role collaborates with Executive Directors, Administrators, DONs, Social Service Directors, and Activity Professionals to improve resident satisfaction, regulatory compliance, program development, and resident well-being. The position requires 75% travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
• Experience in long-term care, senior living, healthcare, or post-acute services.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations related to resident rights, social services, and activity programming.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout assigned regions.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Passion for improving the lives of seniors and creating meaningful resident experiences.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Previous leadership experience in Social Services, Activities/Life Enrichment, Recreation Therapy, or Resident Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional support and oversight for Social Services and Life Enrichment programs across assigned communities.
• Help facilities develop, implement, and evaluate resident-centered activity programs that support physical, emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Support Social Services teams with resident advocacy, discharge planning, transition support, family communication, and psychosocial needs.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess program effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor, coach, and train Social Service Directors, Activity Directors, and other team members on best practices and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement programming to enhance resident engagement and quality of life.
• Assist communities with survey readiness and provide support during state and federal surveys.
• Review documentation, assessments, care plans, and activity programming for compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to improve resident satisfaction scores and employee engagement in Social Services and Activities departments.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of Social Services and Activities personnel.
• Assist communities facing leadership transitions, staffing challenges, or program development needs.
• Share best practices and promote consistency across Journey communities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Scholarships
• Free phone
• 401(k) with a match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time