Life Enrichment Director

Claiborne Senior Living; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay

Free meals

Referral bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Hattiesburg is seeking a creative Life Enrichment Director to design and lead programs that enhance residents' daily lives in Independent Living. You will shape experiences that support physical, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being.

In this leadership role, you’ll mentor a team, collaborate with culinary, clinical, and operations staff, and build lasting relationships with residents and families while ensuring programs meet state regulations and company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Gerontology, Recreational Therapy, or related field.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in senior living or healthcare.
• Ability to design and implement engaging programming.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive life enrichment strategy aligned with resident interests.
• Lead, mentor, and schedule life enrichment associates.
• Plan and facilitate activities, events, outings, and partnerships.
• Track participation, satisfaction, and engagement outcomes.
• Manage department budget and resources responsibly.
• Ensure programs comply with state regulations and company standards.
• Partner with families to encourage involvement and connection.
• Promote a person-centered approach to engagement.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting.

Skills

Leadership experience

Program design

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Resident management software

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living (Hattiesburg, Independent Living) is seeking a creative and purpose-driven Life Enrichment Director to design and lead meaningful programs that enhance the daily lives of our residents.

In senior living, life enrichment is more than activities — it’s connection, engagement, and creating moments that matter. This leadership role is responsible for developing experiences that support residents’ physical, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being.

If you take ownership of creating vibrant community life, act with integrity in every interaction, remain focused on resident engagement, and believe our culture matters, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Create programming that directly enhances quality of life
• Lead a team dedicated to engagement and connection
• Collaborate with culinary, clinical, and operations teams
• Build strong relationships with residents and families
• Make a visible and meaningful impact every day

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive life enrichment strategy aligned with resident interests and abilities
• Lead, mentor, and schedule life enrichment associates
• Plan and facilitate activities, events, outings, and community partnerships
• Track participation, satisfaction, and engagement outcomes
• Manage department budget and resources responsibly
• Ensure programs comply with state regulations and company standards
• Partner with families to encourage involvement and connection
• Promote a person-centered approach to engagement
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, Recreational Therapy, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of leadership experience (senior living or healthcare preferred)
• Proven ability to design and implement engaging programming
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Working knowledge of state regulations related to life enrichment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software systems
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Genuine passion for improving the lives of senior adults

Benefits

• Double time pay on major holidays
• Free employee meals
• Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus (no limit)
• Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, disability, and EAP

Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.