Full-time Life Enrichment Coordinator

Castle Senior Living, Inc; Town of Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wages

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off plans

ICHRA insurance options

401(k) with employer match

Employee discount programs

Employee recognition programs

Career growth opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work env

Job summary

Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, Wisconsin is seeking a Life Enrichment/ Activities Coordinator. This hourly, hands-on role focuses on designing engaging programs that enhance residents’ social, physical, and cognitive well-being.

The ideal candidate brings creativity, compassion, and a passion for enriching seniors’ lives, working closely with residents, families, volunteers, and staff to tailor activities to interests and abilities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, senior living, healthcare, hospitality, education, childcare, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Creative, energetic, and engaging personality with good organizational abilities.
• Ability to lead groups and facilitate activities independently.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly activity calendars.
• Plan and facilitate social, recreational, educational, wellness, and spiritual programs.
• Lead group activities, games, exercise programs, crafts, music programs, and events.
• Coordinate holiday celebrations, themed events, and community gatherings.
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers and community groups.
• Maintain activity calendars, attendance records, and department documentation.

Skills

Activities experience

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Lead group activities

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Driver's license (preferred)

Microsoft Office

Creative and engaging

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Life Enrichment/ Activities Coordinator

Birchrock Castle | Mukwonago, WI

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences, building relationships, and helping seniors live life to the fullest?

Castle Senior Living is seeking an energetic, creative, and compassionate Life Enrichment/ Activities Coordinator to join our team at Birchrock Castle. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating engaging programs that promote socialization, wellness, independence, and overall quality of life for our residents.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys developing activities, leading events, and making a positive impact every day. Unlike a director-level role, this position is an hourly, hands-on role focused on resident engagement and activity programming.

About Birchrock Castle

Birchrock Castle is a 40-bed Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) located in the heart of Mukwonago, Wisconsin. Our intimate, home-like environment allows residents and team members to build meaningful relationships while fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.

For more than 25 years, Castle Senior Living has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional care, compassion, and service. We strive to create the most satisfying living experience for our residents while being the most respected senior living company to work for.

Why Join Castle Senior Living?

• Competitive hourly wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off plans*
• ICHRA insurance options*
• 401(k) with employer match*
• Employee discount programs
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility.

Position Summary

The Life Enrichment/ Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of engaging programs, events, and activities that enhance residents' physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive well-being.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, organized, creative, and enjoys building meaningful relationships with seniors. This individual will work closely with residents, families, volunteers, and team members to develop activities that reflect resident interests and encourage participation throughout the community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly activity calendars
• Plan and facilitate social, recreational, educational, wellness, and spiritual programs
• Lead group activities, games, exercise programs, crafts, music programs, and special events
• Encourage resident participation and engagement in community activities
• Coordinate holiday celebrations, themed events, and community gatherings
• Organize and assist with community outings and local excursions
• Build positive relationships with residents and their families
• Conduct resident interest assessments and incorporate resident preferences into programming
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers and community groups
• Assist with resident orientation and community integration
• Maintain activity calendars, attendance records, and department documentation
• Manage activity supplies and maintain organized activity spaces
• Collaborate with caregivers, culinary services, leadership, and healthcare providers to enhance resident experiences
• Ensure activities are adapted to meet the varying needs and abilities of residents
• Support resident council meetings and gather resident feedback regarding programming
• Working an every other weekend rotation may be applicable for this position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, senior living, healthcare, hospitality, education, childcare, or a related field preferred
• Passion for working with seniors and enhancing their quality of life
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative, energetic, and engaging personality
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to lead groups and facilitate activities independently
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events
• Valid driver's license preferred for community outings and transportation activities

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

At Birchrock Castle, life enrichment is about more than filling a calendar. It is about helping residents maintain purpose, independence, friendships, and joy. Our smaller community environment allows you to truly get to know residents and design programs that have a meaningful impact on their lives.

As the Life Enrichment /Activities Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to bring creativity, compassion, and energy to a role that directly enhances the resident experience every day.

Join Castle Senior Living and help create a vibrant community where residents can continue to live active, engaged, and fulfilling lives.

Castle Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.