Life Enrichment Director

National HealthCare Corporatio; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Same-Day Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Holiday Incentive Pay

Earned Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Lewisburg in Lewisburg, Tennessee seeks a Life Enrichment Director to lead and expand the patient activity program, coordinating assessments, care plans, and team management. The role requires compassion, organization, and a focus on quality of life for residents.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating volunteers, and partnering with departments to support community involvement, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Certified Activity Director preferred.
• Must become certified within 90 days of hire.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, OR two years of college.
• Two years of experience in long-term care as it relates to activities and memory care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Life Enrichment team and develop a well-rounded program for all patients, including evenings and weekends.
• Complete assessments, care plans, and related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Facilitate monthly Patient Council meetings.
• Supervise Life Enrichment/Activities Assistants, including training, scheduling, and evaluations.
• Manage the center volunteer program, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and recognition.
• Ensure all local, state, and federal guidelines regarding programming are met.
• Partner with other departments to support marketing efforts in the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate and caring

Energetic

Highly organized

Education

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Certified Activity Director

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Job description

NHC HealthCare Lewisburg Lewisburg, TN 37091, USA

• Travel Required : No

Description

Pay: Depending on Experience

Are you looking to provide daily meaningful activities that enhance the quality of life for our residents? Join NHC HealthCare Lewisburg and help develop and provide therapeutic programs that meet each patient’s individual needs while creating an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment.

The applicant must have a desire to work with seniors and be compassionate, caring, and creative. The ideal candidate will be energetic, highly organized, and have knowledge of the domains of wellness as they relate to programming in long-term care.

Position Highlights:

Lead the Life Enrichment team and provide support while developing and implementing a well-rounded Life Enrichment program for all patients, including evenings and weekends, holidays, and special events

Complete assessments, care plans, and associated paperwork in a timely manner

Facilitate monthly Patient Council meetings

Supervise Life Enrichment/Activities Assistants, including training, scheduling, and evaluations

Manage the center volunteer program, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and recognition

Ensure all local, state, and federal guidelines regarding programming are met

Partner with other departments to support marketing efforts in the community

Perform other duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications:

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Certified Activity Director preferred

Must become certified within 90 days of hire

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, OR

Satisfactory completion of two years of college, OR

Two years of experience in long-term care as it relates to activities and memory care

Tuition Reimbursement

Same-Day Pay Option

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Pay – Depending on Experience

Holiday Incentive Pay

Earned Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Contributions

Uniforms

NHC HealthCare Lewisburg is located at 1653 Mooresville Highway, Lewisburg, TN 37091.

EOE

Travel Required

No .

Training - Recreation

Expert

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