Activity Coordinator - Memory Care

About the role

Life Enrichment Coordinator - University Retirement Community – Davis, CA Are you passionate about enriching the lives of seniors? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Life Enrichment/Activity Coordinator to bring creativity, connection, and joy to our Memory Support residents’ daily experiences. At University Retirement Community in beautiful Davis, California, we’re more than just a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)—we’re a vibrant, welcoming community where residents truly thrive. Our residents enjoy private, pet-friendly apartments and cottages, along with a full continuum of care right on campus—providing peace of mind and a carefree lifestyle with support whenever it’s needed. Our residents and employees live and work alongside one another on a daily basis – what better way to grow relationships, build connections and ultimately feel like you’re making an impact on someone’s life every day.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing therapeutic and life enrichment programs
• Leading holistic activities aligned with a person-centered care philosophy
• Coordinating and delivering wellness and recreation programs tailored to residents’ needs
• Providing hands-on involvement during scheduled activities
• Supporting and supervising volunteers
• Collaborating with the Activity Director to expand opportunities for emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and intellectual engagement

Requirements

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, or a related field preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in assisted living or skilled nursing preferred
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred
• Activity Coordinator Certification is required. If not already certified, the course must be completed after hire (employee-paid, with full reimbursement upon successful completion).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of gerontology, dementia, physiology, anatomy, or recreation therapy is a plus

Skills

• Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, leadership, and team-building skills
• Comfortable using computers, including electronic medical records systems
• Ability to lead activities and actively engage residents
• Experience facilitating group activities is a plus

Benefits

• 100% paid Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Complimentary shift meals
• Employee Scholarships Available
• Access to On-site Fitness & Aquatic Center
• Generous PTO (paid time off) plan
• PayActiv (early wage access)

Pay

Wages: $18.00 – $21.49 per hour (depending on experience)

Schedule

Shift: Full-time, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (hours may vary). Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekends needed.