Life Enrichment Coordinator

Vance Airscoop; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA contributions

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

PTO cash out option

Job summary

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, Iowa is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan meaningful activities and experiences for residents in our Skilled Nursing Facility. This role emphasizes creativity, compassion, and collaboration within a faith-based community.

You will develop a diverse program, assess resident needs, and coordinate monthly calendars and community outings, while documenting participation and contributing to care conferences alongside a caring team.

Qualifications

• 90-hour Basic Activity Course or OT/OTA background or a Certified Activity Specialist credential.
• Two years of experience in social or recreational programs in long-term care preferred.
• Creativity, organization, and strong communication skills.
• Compassionate approach focused on helping older adults maintain connection, purpose and enjoyment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a life enrichment and wellness program for Skilled Nursing Facility residents.
• Assess residents’ needs, interests, and preferences to guide activities.
• Create and distribute a monthly activity calendar.
• Coordinate programs that support physical, spiritual, social, intellectual and creative engagement.
• Organize activities and outings including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Encourage input from residents and families when planning activities.
• Complete resident activity assessments and documentation and contribute to care conferences.
• Follow organizational policies, safety practices, and training requirements.

Skills

Creativity

Organization

Communication skills

Compassion

Education

90-hour Basic Activity Course

OT/OTA background

Certified Activity Specialist

Job description

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center | Johnston, Iowa

Your creativity and compassion can help older adults find joy, connection, and purpose each day. Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, Iowa, is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan meaningful activities and experiences for residents in our Skilled Nursing Facility.

Join a faith-based community where you can build lasting relationships, find camaraderie, and grow professionally alongside a team guided by compassion, excellence, inclusion, integrity, and collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a varied life enrichment and wellness program for Skilled Nursing Facility residents.

• Assess residents’ needs, interests, and preferences to guide individualized and group activities.

• Create and distribute a monthly activity calendar.

• Coordinate programs that support physical, spiritual, social, intellectual, and creative engagement.

• Organize activities and community outings, including programming for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Encourage resident and family input when planning activities.

• Complete resident activity assessments and required documentation, evaluate participation, and contribute to care conferences.

• Use available community resources and follow organizational policies, safety practices, and training requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Preferred education or credentials include a 90-hour Basic Activity Course, an occupational therapy (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) background, or a Certified Activity Specialist credential.

• Two years of experience in social or recreational programs in long-term care preferred.

• Creativity, organization, and strong communication skills.

• A compassionate approach and an interest in helping older adults maintain connection, purpose, and enjoyment.

Exceptional Compensation and Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Employer contributions for Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% employer contributions

• Employee assistance program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off (PTO) with cash out option

• Annual Merit Increases