Life Enrichment Director: Inspire Purpose & Connection

WSLM Recruiting; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match

Hotel discounts at WS&M properties

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance;

PTO and Vacation benefits

Job summary

Western States Lodging & Management seeks a Life Enrichment Director to lead programming for residents, creating meaningful, engaging activities that reflect individual preferences and needs.

You will mentor Activity Assistants and volunteers, plan events, and ensure programming aligns with safety and regulatory standards while promoting social, cognitive, and physical wellness across the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy, leisure studies, gerontology, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in recreational programming or life enrichment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience working with older adults in a recreational, therapeutic, senior living, healthcare, or related setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, associates, and volunteers.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing engaging, inclusive, and meaningful activities.
• Ability to evaluate programs, interpret feedback, and make thoughtful improvements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and supervise a diverse range of recreational, social, activities.
• Develop individualized activity plans based on resident preferences, interests, abilities, and needs.
• Assess resident needs and use those insights to develop meaningful and appropriate life enrichment programming.
• Create programs that encourage socialization, physical activity, cognitive engagement, creativity, independence, and overall well-being.
• Plan and coordinate special events, outings, entertainment, celebrations, and community activities.
• Train, supervise, mentor, and support Activity Assistants, Life Enrichment staff, and volunteers.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to activities, resident participation, assessments, and program planning.
• Ensure programs are conducted safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations related to life enrichment, recreation, and senior care.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, associates, volunteers, visitors, and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Program evaluation

Experience with older adults

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy, leisure studies, gerontology, or related field

Job description

Western States Lodging & Management seeks a Life Enrichment Director to lead programming for residents, creating meaningful, engaging activities that reflect individual preferences and needs.

You will mentor Activity Assistants and volunteers, plan events, and ensure programming aligns with safety and regulatory standards while promoting social, cognitive, and physical wellness across the community.