Activity Coordinator - Memory Care

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

Access to On-site Fitness & Aquatic Cn

Generous PTO (paid time off)

PayActiv (early wage access)

Job summary

University Retirement Community in Davis, CA is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan and lead therapeutic and wellness programs for residents. The role emphasizes a person-centered approach and active resident engagement in daily activities.

The position requires strong communication and leadership, with preferred experience in senior living. Certification in Activity Coordination is required after hire; great benefits include comprehensive coverage and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years in assisted living or skilled nursing preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to lead activities and engage residents.

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 engagement opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Leadership

Team-building

Customer service

EMR systems

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

Life Enrichment Coordinator - University Retirement Community - Davis, CA

Compensation & Schedule:

• Wages: $18.00 - $21.49 per hour (depending on experience)
• Shift: Full-time, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (hours may vary)
• Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekends needed

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.