Life Enrichment Director/Activity Director

About the Role

The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for creating a vibrant and active community life for senior living residents. By spending time with residents and learning their personal preferences, talents, and physical and emotional needs, you will develop a daily and weekly schedule of activities tailored to engage residents and meet their individual needs. This role involves planning larger community events, encouraging resident participation, and fostering a community-based lifestyle that prioritizes connection and relationships. As a Life Enrichment Director, you become the heart of the community, transforming a senior living facility into a true home filled with joyful experiences.

Responsibilities

• Put customer service first by ensuring residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
• Ensure recreation services comply with Recover-Care policies, procedures, and federal/state regulations.
• Serve as a collaborative member of the center management team to improve clinical, customer, staff, and business excellence.
• Complete comprehensive resident assessments and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary care plans.
• Plan individual and group programs based on resident needs, preferences, interests, and abilities, aligning with treatment goals.
• Encourage resident involvement in recreation services planning and communicate program schedules.
• Ensure meaningful recreation services are implemented for all residents while adhering to safety and infection control standards.
• Document resident responses, involvement, and progress to improve future planning and program evaluation.
• Provide information and resources to promote successful engagement.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of recreation services to enhance quality of life, meet program goals, and assess customer feedback.
• Report findings and recommendations to the Center Quality Improvement Committee.
• Identify and assign special projects to enhance recreation services.
• Supervise staff and volunteers to ensure quality recreation services.
• Develop positive relationships with residents' families by orienting them to recreation services, encouraging participation, and soliciting feedback.
• Build relationships with the community by utilizing local resources and encouraging organizations to include residents in events.
• Provide ongoing communication to families, community organizations, and public officials.
• Assess, determine, and order necessary resources, equipment, and supplies while monitoring the department budget.
• Establish and maintain an effective volunteer program through recruiting, training, supervising, and recognizing volunteers.
• Stay updated on federal, state, and local requirements for recreation programming.
• Act as a resource for other recreation professionals and community organizations.
• Ensure confidentiality of all protected information and uphold resident rights.
• Utilize technology to support departmental functions, including communication, planning, programming, documentation, and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming & Calendars: Design a monthly activity calendar featuring fitness classes, arts and crafts, live music, games, group outings, and more.
• Resident Assessments: Interview new residents to document their life histories, hobbies, and capabilities to personalize activities.
• Budgeting & Operations: Manage the department's budget, maintain event supplies, and ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Community Building: Facilitate social interactions among residents to help them build friendships and feel at home.
• Marketing: Assist with marketing events and functions both inside and outside the facility.

Requirements

• Hold a CNA Certificate.
• Have a clean driving record.
• Experience planning activities for groups of people.
• Experience in leadership roles.
• A passion for caring for seniors.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.