Life Enrichment/Activities Coordinator

Touchmark; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator for Touchmark on West Prospect in Appleton, WI. This part-time role designs and leads resident-centered activities in the Memory Care neighborhood, bringing joy through music, art, movement, and social engagement.

Weekend and holiday rotation is required. You will build trusting relationships with residents and families, adapt programs to abilities, and collaborate with care teams to align events with resident needs while ensuring safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; college coursework preferred.
• Experience in social or recreational programming in healthcare or senior living settings is desirable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, patience, and empathy for residents with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead activities to support residents’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.
• Build strong relationships with residents and families, adapting programs to abilities and interests.
• Facilitate group and one-on-one programs (music, art, movement, sensory activities) and assist with events.
• Coordinate outings with safety and inclusion; document attendance and progress.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patience

Empathy

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant college coursework

Job description

Life Enrichment Coordinator – Memory Care – Join Our Team!

(Events and Activities Planner/Presenter)

Schedule: Part Time (must be available for weekend and holiday rotation)
Pay: 17.70-19.90 based on experience.

Touchmark on West Prospect is Fox Valley’s leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through five-star hospitality, compassionate care, and engaging programs. We are seeking a Part-Time Life Enrichment Coordinator to design and lead meaningful, person-centered activities for residents in our Memory Care neighborhood.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Make a daily impact by creating moments of joy and connection for residents living with memory loss.
• Bring creative, compassion, and energy to a role that truly changes lives.
• Join a supportive, mission-driven team that values innovation, respect, and humor.
  

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, organize, and lead engaging activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of residents.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and families.
• Adapt programs to meet varying ability levels and interests.
• Facilitate group and one-on-one programs, including music, art, movement, and sensory-based activities.
• Assist with outings and special events, ensuring safety and inclusion.
• Collaborate with the Resident Care Manager and other departments to align programming with resident needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance, participation, and progress documentation.
  

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant college coursework preferred. Must be 18 years old to work in this licensed neighborhood
• Experience in social or recreational programming in a healthcare or senior living setting.
• Patience, empathy, and creativity when engaging with residents living with dementia.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., move throughout the community, and transport residents to events.
  

This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to bring purpose, joy, and companionship to residents who depend on your creativity and care every day.