Life Enrichment Programming Director

Charter Senior Living; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Free medical insurance plan options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Charter Senior Living in Newport News, VA seeks a Life Enrichment / Programming Director to oversee resident engagement through daily activities, events, outings, and therapeutic programming.

The role focuses on creating a vibrant community, fostering social connection, and supporting occupancy and family involvement. Ideal candidates have leadership in activities for seniors and a passion for enriching quality of life.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, senior living, hospitality, or event leadership preferred.
• Assisted living or memory care experience strongly preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Creative, energetic, and outgoing personality.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead daily resident activities and events.
• Develop engaging social, recreational, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic programming.
• Oversee entertainment, outings, transportation coordination, and special events.
• Encourage resident participation and meaningful engagement.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Supervise and support Life Enrichment staff and volunteers.
• Maintain activity calendars, schedules, and required documentation.
• Manage programming budgets, supplies, and event planning.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to support resident satisfaction and occupancy goals.

Skills

Life enrichment

Senior living

Event leadership

Leadership

Hospitality

Creative

Communication

Job description

Life Enrichment / Programming Director

Charter Senior Living- Newport News, VA

Starting pay between $35,000-$40,000/ yr

Looking for our next all-star Life Enrichment / Programming Director with assisted living, memory care, recreation, or senior engagement leadership experience!

At Charter Senior Living, we believe life enrichment is at the heart of creating meaningful experiences for our residents. Our programming teams help residents stay engaged, connected, active, and fulfilled through purposeful activities, events, outings, and relationships that truly enhance quality of life.

We are seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate leader to oversee and elevate our Life Enrichment program while creating a vibrant and engaging community environment for residents and families.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-focused environment, enjoys leading activities and events, and is passionate about bringing joy and purpose to seniors every day.

If you are someone who leads with positivity, creativity, and heart, we would love to meet you!

Why Join Charter Senior Living?

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• Get paid today with ZayZoon

• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive leadership and engaged company support team

• Environment where your voice is heard and appreciated

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day

Our Mission

To Enhance the Human Spirit

Our Core Values

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

Position Summary

The Life Enrichment / Programming Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing engaging social, recreational, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic programming for residents within the community.

This leadership role creates meaningful opportunities that support resident independence, purpose, social connection, and overall wellbeing while helping foster a positive and vibrant community culture.

The Programming Director also collaborates with community leadership to support resident satisfaction, occupancy growth, family engagement, and community outreach initiatives through innovative and engaging programming.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, energetic, compassionate, and passionate about serving seniors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead daily resident activities and events

• Develop engaging social, recreational, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic programming

• Oversee entertainment, outings, transportation coordination, and special events

• Encourage resident participation and meaningful engagement

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members

• Supervise and support Life Enrichment staff and volunteers

• Maintain activity calendars, schedules, and required documentation

• Manage programming budgets, supplies, and event planning

• Collaborate with leadership teams to support resident satisfaction and occupancy goals

• Promote community events and programming to residents, families, and the public

• Support a positive, welcoming, and engaging community environment

• on sit visits at least every 45 days for completion of individualized assessments.

• Be available on call as required as per regulatory standard or have qualified alternate delegating nurse available on call.

• Provide appropriate delegation of nursing tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous activities, recreation, life enrichment, senior living, hospitality, or event leadership experience preferred

• Assisted living or memory care experience strongly preferred

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Creative, energetic, and outgoing personality

• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Compassionate and resident-focused attitude

• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays as needed

• Valid driver’s license preferred

What Makes a Great Fit

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves creating joy and meaningful experiences for seniors

• Brings creativity, energy, and positivity to every day

• Enjoys leading events, activities, and community engagement initiatives

• Builds strong relationships with residents, families, and staff

• Thrives in a fast-paced and people-focused environment

• Leads with compassion, enthusiasm, and professionalism

What Our Associates Say About Charter

“It truly feels like family at Charter.”

“The residents become an extension of my family.”

“They truly live out their mission and values.”

“I love working for a company that genuinely puts people first.”