Life Enrichment Coordinator - Senior Living & Memory Care

SAN-Francisco-Campus-For-Jewish-Livin; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Weekday Shuttle Service to and from GL

Job summary

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living in the Excelsior neighborhood is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan and lead person-centered programs that enhance the emotional, social, and recreational well-being of residents in assisted living and memory care settings. You will foster a positive, engaging environment through group and one-on-one activities while promoting inclusion and creativity.

The role supports interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation compliance, and the overall

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience working with older adults in group or long-term care settings.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and group facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness in program development.
• Sensitivity to diverse physical, emotional, cognitive, and cultural needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to engage individuals from diverse cultural, religious, and social backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing opportunities for therapeutic self-expression for residents at all stages of memory loss, utilizing a wide variety of modalities to optimize quality of life and functional ability.
• Facilitate programs that encourage social interaction, reduce isolation and boredom, and decrease the frequency and severity of behaviors associated with dementia.
• Create a positive, caring, and stimulating environment that respects the diverse personalities and cultural backgrounds of all residents.
• Motivate residents to actively participate in Life Enrichment programs to enhance quality of life and maintain cognitive functioning.
• Encourage participation from families, volunteers, and caregiver staff as appropriate.
• Understand and respond to the individual needs and abilities of residents and families, adapting activities accordingly.
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who decline or are unable to participate in group activities.
• Support the psychosocial needs of residents and families by providing emotional support during times of crisis or decline.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner, including attendance records, care plans, activity notes, and mandated reports as required.
• Collaborate with caregiver staff, Byer Square staff, and Life Enrichment teams across campus to promote teamwork, quality outcomes, and meaningful programming.
• Mentor and support student interns and volunteers involved in activities.

Skills

Experience with older adults

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Creativity

Flexibility

Resourcefulness

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Diversity engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or related field preferred

Job description

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living in the Excelsior neighborhood is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan and lead person-centered programs that enhance the emotional, social, and recreational well-being of residents in assisted living and memory care settings. You will foster a positive, engaging environment through group and one-on-one activities while promoting inclusion and creativity.

The role supports interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation compliance, and the overall