Life Enrichment Manager(Long Term Care)

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.; Upper Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,866 - 45,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Learning and growth opportunities

Caring and comfortable workplace

Job summary

Caressant Care is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to develop and oversee activities for residents, aligning programs with Care Plans to promote independence and community engagement. The role requires a diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure and experience in long-term care or with older adults.

The position involves supervising Activity Aids, collaborating with staff, and accommodating evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing Life Enrichment programs.
• Experience in long-term care and with older adults is preferred.
• Familiarity with the social, emotional and spiritual interests of older adults.
• Experience supervising and directing employees and volunteers.
• Strong consultation skills.
• Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and able to create reports and calendars.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Life Enrichment programs based on Care Plans.
• Promote residents' independence and engagement in the community.
• Ensure documentation complies with RAI‑MDS and MLTC requirements.
• Oversee Activity Aids through orientation, training and performance management.
• Foster clear communication with staff to enhance service delivery.
• Address residents’ and families’ concerns respectfully.
• Be available for evenings and weekends for programming.

Skills

Life Enrichment program development

Long-term care experience

Older adults experience

Staff supervision

Consultation skills

Teamwork and communication

MS Office proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

Diploma/degree in Recreation & Leisure

Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Life Enrichment Coordinator to join our team of care providers.

Location

Marmora, Ontario

Time Type

Full-Time

About Caressant Care

For over 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable, caring home environment for our residents across Ontario, where they receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long‑term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight‑knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another. At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well‑being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become part of our team and experience fulfilling, impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

The Life Enrichment Manager develops and implements programs based on Care Plans, promoting residents' independence and engagement in the community while ensuring accurate documentation by departmental policy and all RAI‑MDS and MLTC requirements. The manager oversees recreational and social activities for residents, ensuring they align with Care Plans to promote independence and community engagement. This role includes managing Activity Aids through orientation, training, and performance management. The manager fosters good communication with all staff to enhance service delivery and resource efficiency. Additionally, they respectfully address the concerns of residents and their families. The position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends for programming.

What We Offer

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What You Bring

• Community college diploma or university degree in Recreation and Leisure or a similar field of study.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing Life Enrichment programs for vulnerable client groups. Experience in long‑term care and with older adults is preferred.
• Familiarity with the social, emotional and spiritual interests and preferences of older adults.
• Experience supervising and directing the work of employees and volunteers.
• Strong consultation skills.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, able to create reports, calendars, announcements and related communications.
• Dependable and able to meet the physical demands of the position.

The salary range is $55,000-$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this resonates with you, we would love to have a conversation about you joining our team! Please apply using the form below.

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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