Life Enrichment Manager

Sunrise Senior Living; Lynnfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Lynnfield seeks a Life Enrichment Manager to create engaging daily activities for residents, particularly those with memory impairments. The role requires developing personalized Life Skills that bring meaning and joy to residents' lives, while also motivating volunteers and staff to participate in these enriching activities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with memory-impaired seniors.
• Ability to adapt activities to abilities.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop personalized Life Skills activities.
• Engage residents throughout the day in meaningful activities.
• Maintain supplies for Life Skills programming.

Skills

Motivation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

COMMUNITY NAME

Sunrise of Lynnfield

JOB OVERVIEW

"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what’s right for the resident. For me, that’s a big breath of fresh air." - Sunrise Leader

At Sunrise, our Life Enrichment Manager is responsible for engaging residents in familiar routines of daily living through personalized Life Skills that "Create Pleasant Days" for residents. Life Skills are tasks residents enjoyed in the past that can still bring success, meaning, and purpose today. The Manager designs Life Skills based on each resident's interests and provides encouragement, prompts, and hands-on assistance.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents' interests and involvement in Life Skills.
• Develop Life Skills tailored to each resident’s needs and abilities.
• Engage residents in Life Skills activities throughout the day and evening.
• Maintain inventory of Life Skills programming supplies.
• Assist with daily care of animals and/or plants as part of the Life Skills program, if applicable.

Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of experience working with memory-impaired seniors.
• High School diploma / GED; additional certifications may be required by state regulations.
• Ability to motivate and encourage residents; adapt Life Skills to cognitive and functional abilities.
• Inspire and motivate volunteers and team members to engage residents in meaningful activities.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work semi-independently following community procedures.
• Basic proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new applications.