Life Enrichment Coordinator AL

Pacific Retirement Services, Inc.; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% employer match

Free shift meals

Free onsite fitness center and pool

Employee referral bonuses

Perks at work discounts

Job summary

University Retirement Community in Davis, CA seeks a Life Enrichment Coordinator to design and deliver meaningful activities for residents, aligning with person-centered care. You’ll lead engaging programs, supervise volunteers, and coordinate wellness activities across campus.

The role emphasizes empathy, creativity, and teamwork to enhance residents’ social, emotional, and physical well-being within a supportive CCRС environment.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and implementing therapeutic programs.
• Lead holistic activities aligned with person-centered care.
• Coordinate wellness and recreation programs tailored to residents’ needs.
• Provide hands-on involvement during activities and supervise volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for residents.
• Lead group activities and encourage participation.
• Collaborate with the Activity Director to expand engagement opportunities.

Skills

Senior living

Program development

Communication skills

Team leadership

EMR literacy

Education

Activity Coordinator Certification

CPR/First Aid

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

Life Enrichment Coordinator – University Retirement Community – Davis, CA

Are you passionate about enriching the lives of seniors? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Life Enrichment/Activity Coordinator to bring creativity, connection, and joy to our residents’ daily experiences. At University Retirement Community in beautiful Davis, California, we’re more than just a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)—we’re a vibrant, welcoming community where residents truly thrive. Our residents enjoy private, pet-friendly apartments and cottages, along with a full continuum of care right on campus—providing peace of mind and a carefree lifestyle with support whenever it’s needed.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Wages: $20.00 to $25.34 / hr depending on experience
• Shift: Part-time, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM (hours may vary)

What You’ll Do: As a Life Enrichment Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in creating meaningful, engaging experiences for residents by:

• Planning and implementing therapeutic and life enrichment programs
• Leading holistic activities aligned with a person-centered care philosophy
• Coordinating and delivering wellness and recreation programs tailored to residents’ needs
• Providing hands-on involvement during scheduled activities
• Supporting and supervising volunteers
• Collaborating with the Activity Director to expand opportunities for emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and intellectual engagement

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, or a related field preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in assisted living or skilled nursing preferred
• Knowledge of gerontology, dementia, physiology, anatomy, or recreation therapy is a plus
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, leadership, and team-building skills
• Comfortable using computers, including electronic medical records systems
• Ability to lead activities and actively engage residents
• Experience facilitating group activities is a plus

Certification Requirement: Activity Coordinator Certification is required. If not already certified, the course must be completed after hire (employee-paid, with full reimbursement upon successful completion).

Benefits: At our community, your work makes a difference and we want your benefits to make a difference for you, too. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing and life outside of work.

• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Free shift meals
• Free onsite fitness center and pool
• Employee referall Bonuses
• Perks at work discounts

Our residents and employees live and work alongside one another on a daily basis – what better way to grow relationships, build connections and ultimately feel like you’re making an impact on someone’s life every day.