Life Enrichment Coordinator

Vi Living; Bartlett, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearthwood Senior Living in Bartlett, IL is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator for Independent Living to plan and lead engaging programs that promote wellness, education, and social connection.

You'll collaborate with a dynamic team to create welcoming activities, coordinate events, and use social media to highlight community life. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required; experience in activities or senior living is preferred.

Qualifications

• Positive, enthusiastic personality with a passion for serving older adults.
• Experience with planning and coordinating group activities or events.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and encouraging participation.
• Ability to stay organized and creative in a dynamic environment.
• Experience using social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Community Life with planning, scheduling, and implementing daily activities and special events.
• Lead engaging fitness, wellness, recreational, educational, and social programs for residents.
• Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive community atmosphere.
• Utilize social media to highlight community life and celebrate resident experiences.
• Collaborate with other departments to create memorable experiences for residents and families.
• Prepare and distribute monthly newsletters and weekly activity calendars.
• Be available to work evenings and weekends for special events.

Skills

Social media

Event planning

Public speaking

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Canva

Job description

At Hearthwood Senior Living, you'll have a front-row seat to the incredible stories, wisdom, and experiences of the residents who call our community home. More than that, you'll become part of a team dedicated to creating joyful, engaging, and purposeful days for every resident.

This isn't just another job—it's an opportunity to make a genuine impact while building meaningful relationships every day.

We're looking for a Life Enrichment Coordinator for Independent Living who is energetic, creative, outgoing, and enjoys motivating others to stay active, connected, and engaged. If you're someone who loves planning events, leading group activities, thinking outside the box, and bringing positive energy wherever you go, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

As a Community Life Associate, you'll help create experiences that enrich the lives of our residents by planning and leading engaging programs that promote physical wellness, lifelong learning, creativity, and social connection.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Director of Community Life with planning, scheduling, and implementing daily activities and special events.
• Leading engaging fitness, wellness, recreational, educational, and social programs for residents.
• Creating a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive community atmosphere.
• Utilizing social media to highlight community life and celebrate resident experiences.
• Working collaboratively with other departments to create memorable experiences for residents and families.
• Preparing and distributing monthly newsletters and weekly activity calendars.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for special events and activities.

What We're Looking For

• A positive, enthusiastic personality with a passion for serving older adults.
• Experience using social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
• Someone who enjoys staying active and inspiring others to participate in wellness and recreational activities.
• Creative, organized, and able to think on your feet.
• Comfortable leading groups, speaking in front of others, and encouraging participation.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Canva (or similar design software).
• Experience using social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
• Six months or more of experience in activities, recreation, hospitality, event planning, fitness, education, or senior living is preferred.

Why Hearthwood?

When you join Hearthwood Senior Living, you're joining a team that believes life should be celebrated every day. We invest in our employees because we know they are the heart of our community. Here, your creativity, compassion, and energy will help residents continue living vibrant, fulfilling lives.

If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for people to a career that truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 29382
• Posting Date 09/22/2025, 08:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time