Life Enrichment Director - Avamere at Sandy

Avamere; Sandy (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Avamere seeks a Life Enrichment Director to plan and implement resident life enrichment and volunteer programs at our Sandy, Oregon community. You will coordinate transportation for events, lead a team of lifestyle staff and volunteers, and ensure programs meet residents’ needs while aligning with the community’s mission.

You will develop monthly calendars and newsletters, work with leadership on resident service plans, and manage budgets and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or Social Services.
• Certified Activity Director preferred and senior-program experience.
• Experience in activities within retirement, assisted living, or long-term care.
• Proficient with Windows and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid Class C driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong creativity, organization, and budget-tracking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging activity programs aligned with Ovation’s Mission and Core Values.
• Create and distribute monthly activities calendar and resident newsletters.
• Coordinate outside vendors and presenters.
• Lead lifestyle staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality programming.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain activity records.
• Plan transportation and manage special events.

Skills

Group leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or Social Services

Certified Activity Director

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Job description

Life Enrichment Director

• Type: Full-Time
• Wage $23 - $28 DOE
• Shift/Schedule: Monday-Friday

Location: Avamere at Sandy - 17727 SE Langensand Road, Sandy, OR 97055

Job Summary

The Life Enrichment Director isresponsible for planning, organizing, and implementing all aspects of the resident life enrichment and volunteer programs, including the transportation for events and activities as required for an independent living, assisted living and/or memory care community.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging short- and long-term activity programs aligned with Ovation’ s Mission and Core Values.
• Develop and distribute a monthly activities calendar and newsletter for residents and family members.
• Coordinate and schedule outside vendors and presenters.
• Participate in community event planning with the marketing staff.
• Prepare person-centered Activities as a description for the monthly calendar.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure the residents’ service plan preferences are created and kept up‑date and update residents' service plan preferences in their electronic health record.
• Review all resident care plans on a quarterly basis for accuracy regarding the activities department and to recognize the ability and needs of the residents.
• Lead and motivate a team of Lifestyle staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality programming.
• Schedule department work hours (including vacations and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, etc.
• Counsel/discipline activity personnel with as requested or necessary with coordination of the human resource department.
• Design and oversee group activities and personalized experiences that meet residents' unique needs, interests, and abilities.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, manage documentation, and maintain activity records.
• Foster a strong sense of community through creative programming such as celebrations, themed events, and group outings.
• Manage departmental budgets, schedules, transportation services, and special event coordination.
• Make routine visits to residents.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized state and government agencies.
• Develop a plan of correction for activity deficiencies noted during survey inspections in conjunction with Executive Director.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services.
• Prefer Certified Activity Director and experience working with senior programs.
• Experience working in the Activities department in a retirement, assisted living, or long-term care facility.
• Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.
• Must currently possess or can obtain a Class C Driver’s License to drive the site bus and have a clear driver’s license.
• Strong creativity skills in developing and planning activity programs.
• Group leadership and one‑on‑one visits with residents of all functioning levels.
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to plan within a budget and maintain financial records as required.
• Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident’s best interest.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.