Life Enrichment Coordinator

Platinum Communities; Marathon City (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Job summary

Platinum Communities is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive activity program for residents. You will develop monthly calendars reflecting resident interests, cultural diversity, and seasonal events, and coordinate outings, entertainment, and educational opportunities to enhance quality of life.

You will foster meaningful resident engagement, adapt programs for varied abilities, and collaborate with dining, nursing, and administration to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in recreation, social services, or related field preferred.
• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, event planning, or related field strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Creative, energetic, and compassionate with a passion for enhancing the lives of seniors.
• Basic computer skills and ability to create flyers/calendars for events.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely transport residents, if required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Compassion and respect for seniors in a residential care environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead a variety of individual and group activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Develop monthly activity calendars that reflect resident interests, cultural diversity, and seasonal events.
• Coordinate outings, entertainment, educational opportunities, and volunteer involvement.
• Plan, organize, and lead a variety of individual and group activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Develop monthly activity calendars that reflect resident interests, cultural diversity, and seasonal events.
• Coordinate outings, entertainment, educational opportunities, and volunteer involvement.
• Encourage resident participation in activities while accommodating individual abilities and preferences.
• Foster relationships with residents to understand their personal interests, histories, and goals.
• Adapt programs as needed to meet the physical and cognitive needs of all residents.
• Partner with other departments (dining, nursing, administration) to integrate activities into community life.
• Communicate upcoming events and programs to residents, families, and staff.
• Build and maintain community partnerships to enhance programming opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of resident attendance, participation, and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies regarding resident activities.
• Monitor activity budgets and submit purchase requests for supplies and event expenses.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Event planning

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in recreation, social services, or related field

Job description

Description

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive life enrichment program designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and recreational needs of residents. This role ensures that residents enjoy a vibrant, engaging lifestyle that promotes overall well-being, dignity, and independence.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead a variety of individual and group activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Develop monthly activity calendars that reflect resident interests, cultural diversity, and seasonal events.
• Coordinate outings, entertainment, educational opportunities, and volunteer involvement.

Program Development & Implementation

• Plan, organize, and lead a variety of individual and group activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Develop monthly activity calendars that reflect resident interests, cultural diversity, and seasonal events.
• Coordinate outings, entertainment, educational opportunities, and volunteer involvement.

Resident Engagement & Support

• Encourage resident participation in activities while accommodating individual abilities and preferences.
• Foster relationships with residents to understand their personal interests, histories, and goals.
• Adapt programs as needed to meet the physical and cognitive needs of all residents.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with other departments (dining, nursing, administration) to integrate activities into community life.
• Communicate upcoming events and programs to residents, families, and staff.
• Build and maintain community partnerships to enhance programming opportunities.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of resident attendance, participation, and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies regarding resident activities.
• Monitor activity budgets and submit purchase requests for supplies and event expenses.

Platinum Communities offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, paid time off, and paid sick time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in recreation, social services, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, event planning, or related field strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Creative, energetic, and compassionate with a passion for enhancing the lives of seniors.
• Basic computer skills and ability to create flyers/calendars for events.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely transport residents, if required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Compassion and respect for seniors in a residential care environment.