Activity Coordinator

University Retirement Community; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Complimentary shift meals

Employee Scholarships Available

On-site Fitness & Aquatic Center

Generous PTO

PayActiv (early wage access)

Job summary

University Retirement Community in Davis, CA seeks a Life Enrichment Coordinator to design and deliver engaging programs that enhance residents’ daily living and wellbeing. This full-time role requires creativity, empathy, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to provide person-centered activities across wellness, social, spiritual, and cognitive domains.

Experience in senior living is preferred; CPR/First Aid and Activity Coordinator Certification are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, or related field preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic and life enrichment programs.
• Lead holistic activities with person-centered care.
• Coordinate wellness and recreation activities for residents.
• Provide hands-on involvement during activities.
• Support and supervise volunteers.
• Collaborate with the Activity Director to expand engagement opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team-building

Program planning

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Overview

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 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.

Compensation & Schedule

• Wages: $18.00 – $21.49 per hour (depending on experience)
• Shift: Full-time, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM (hours may vary)
• Rotation: 3 days on / 3 days off

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, or a related field preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in assisted living or skilled nursing preferred
• Knowledge of gerontology, dementia, physiology, anatomy, or recreation therapy is a plus
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred
• 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

Certification Requirement

Activity Coordinator Certification is required. If not already certified, the course must be completed after hire (employee-paid, with full reimbursement upon successful completion).

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)

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.