Life Enrichment Coordinator AL

University Retirement Community; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 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, is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to create meaningful programs that engage residents and enhance wellbeing. This part-time role requires hands-on activity leadership in a supportive, resident-centered environment.

Responsibilities include planning therapeutic activities, coordinating wellness programs, supervising volunteers, and collaborating with the Activity Director to expand opportunities across emotional, physical, spiritual, social,

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living, recreation therapy, or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Senior living

Recreation therapy

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

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.