Independent Living Programming Director

Charter Senior Living; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay-on-Demand (ZayZoon)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Life Enrichment Director for Independent Living. You will build a vibrant calendar of experiences that engage residents and strengthen community life.

You will design monthly programming, coordinate events, outings, clubs, and performances, and partner with residents, families, and local organizations to create meaningful experiences they look forward to weekly.

Qualifications

• Previous Life Enrichment, activities, recreation, programming, hospitality, event planning, senior living, or related experience.
• Experience working with seniors strongly preferred.
• Creative, energetic, and outgoing personality.
• Strong event-planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to independently plan and execute programs and events.
• Strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and upcoming events.
• Comfortable leading groups and interacting with residents, families, and guests.
• Ability to build relationships with community partners and outside organizations.
• Positive, professional, and resident-focused approach.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage an engaging monthly programming calendar.
• Plan and lead social events, entertainment, outings, celebrations, clubs, educational programs, wellness activities, and special events.
• Create programming based on residents' individual interests and feedback.
• Build relationships with residents and encourage meaningful participation.
• Introduce fresh ideas and experiences that keep programming exciting.
• Coordinate entertainers, instructors, speakers, vendors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Plan resident outings and coordinate transportation needs.
• Create opportunities for resident-led clubs and programs.
• Help new residents build connections and become involved in community life.
• Organize larger signature events and community celebrations.
• Manage programming budgets, supplies, calendars, and documentation.
• Promote upcoming events and generate excitement throughout the community.
• Collaborate with other department leaders on community-wide initiatives.
• Partner with Sales & Marketing to showcase the Independent Living lifestyle during tours and events.
• Help strengthen resident satisfaction, retention, referrals, and overall community culture.
• Build relationships with local organizations and businesses to expand programming opportunities.

Skills

Life enrichment

Event planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Leadership experience

Driver's license

Job description

Life Enrichment Director – Independent Living

Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace | Owensboro, KY
$20.00–$24.00/hour | Full-Time

Create the Experiences That Make Residents Love Where They Live

At Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace, Independent Living should be more than a place to live—it should be a lifestyle residents are excited to be part of.

We're looking for a creative, outgoing, and highly organized Life Enrichment Director / Programming Director who can build a vibrant calendar of experiences that brings residents together and makes our community feel active, connected, and fun.

This isn't about simply filling an activity calendar.

We want someone who gets to know our residents, understands what interests them, and turns those interests into events, outings, clubs, entertainment, educational opportunities, social experiences, and community traditions that residents genuinely want to attend.

If you're full of ideas—and you're the type of person who actually makes those ideas happen—we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Own

As our Independent Living Life Enrichment Director, you'll take ownership of the resident lifestyle and programming experience.

You'll:

• Develop and manage an engaging monthly programming calendar

• Plan and lead social events, entertainment, outings, celebrations, clubs, educational programs, wellness activities, and special events

• Create programming based on residents' individual interests and feedback

• Build relationships with residents and encourage meaningful participation

• Introduce fresh ideas and experiences that keep programming exciting

• Coordinate entertainers, instructors, speakers, vendors, volunteers, and community partners

• Plan resident outings and coordinate transportation needs

• Create opportunities for resident-led clubs and programs

• Help new residents build connections and become involved in community life

• Organize larger signature events and community celebrations

• Manage programming budgets, supplies, calendars, and documentation

• Promote upcoming events and generate excitement throughout the community

• Collaborate with other department leaders on community-wide initiatives

• Partner with Sales & Marketing to showcase the Independent Living lifestyle during tours and events

• Help strengthen resident satisfaction, retention, referrals, and overall community culture

• Build relationships with local organizations and businesses to expand programming opportunities

We're Looking for Someone Who Brings More Than Ideas

Creative & Action-Oriented

You naturally think of new experiences residents might enjoy—but you're also organized enough to take those ideas from concept to execution.

Social & Engaging

You're comfortable walking into a room, starting conversations, introducing people, leading an event, and creating an atmosphere where people want to participate.

Resident-Focused

You don't assume you know what residents want.

You get to know them, ask questions, listen to their feedback, and build programming around their interests, talents, experiences, and goals.

Organized

Great programming requires more than personality.

You'll need to manage calendars, vendors, entertainment, transportation, budgets, communication, supplies, and multiple upcoming events without losing the details.

What Great Independent Living Programming Looks Like

We're looking for someone who can think beyond traditional senior activities.

Depending on resident interests, your calendar might include:

• Live entertainment and social hours

• Restaurant outings and local excursions

• Resident clubs and interest groups

• Fitness and wellness programs

• Educational speakers and workshops

• Cooking or tasting experiences

• Games, competitions, and tournaments

• Arts and creative programs

• Volunteer and service opportunities

• Intergenerational programs

• Local cultural and community events

• Holiday celebrations and themed events

• Resident-led programs

• Day trips and new experiences

• Events involving families and the greater Owensboro community

The goal isn't simply to have something scheduled.

The goal is to create experiences residents talk about, invite their friends to, and look forward to.

What You Bring

• Previous Life Enrichment, activities, recreation, programming, hospitality, event planning, senior living, or related experience

• Experience working with seniors strongly preferred

• Creative, energetic, and outgoing personality

• Strong event-planning and organizational skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to independently plan and execute programs and events

• Strong follow-through and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and upcoming events

• Comfortable leading groups and interacting with residents, families, and guests

• Ability to build relationships with community partners and outside organizations

• Positive, professional, and resident-focused approach

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Valid driver's license preferred

You'll Be a Great Fit If...

You're someone who:

• Is constantly coming up with new ideas

• Loves bringing people together

• Can make a room feel welcoming and energetic

• Is comfortable being highly visible throughout the community

• Enjoys planning events from beginning to end

• Takes initiative without waiting to be told what to do

• Builds relationships easily

• Notices when residents aren't participating and wants to understand why

• Can balance creativity with organization

• Wants residents to have choices instead of a one-size-fits-all calendar

• Understands that Independent Living residents want an active lifestyle—not simply activities

• Takes pride in creating experiences residents remember

Compensation

$20.00–$24.00/hour

Full-Time

Why Charter Senior Living?

Our mission is To Enhance the Human Spirit, and Life Enrichment is one of the most important ways we bring that mission to life.

We've Got You Covered

• Pay-on-Demand with ZayZoon

• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive community and company leadership

• An environment where your ideas and creativity are valued

• The opportunity to make a visible impact on residents' lives every day

Our Core Values

Serve with Heart Serve with Purpose Serve with Courage Have Fun While Serving

Bring Your Ideas. Build the Lifestyle.

If you're a creative, energetic, organized relationship-builder who wants the freedom to create experiences that bring people together, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace and help create an Independent Living experience residents are proud to call home.