Programming Director

Charter Senior Living; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay-on-Demand

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Leadership Support

Creative Work

Job summary

Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace is hiring a Life Enrichment Director to lead and own resident programming, turning ideas into vibrant experiences. You will create a dynamic calendar, plan diverse activities, and engage seniors and families across the community, driving participation and enjoyment.

The role emphasizes creativity, relationship-building, and hands-on leadership, with employer-supported growth and a collaborative, energized team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous senior living experience in Life Enrichment or related field.
• Proven ability to engage residents and plan enriching activities.
• Creative thinker with energy and the ability to bring ideas to life.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a vibrant Life Enrichment program.
• Create a calendar residents are excited about.
• Plan social, recreational, educational, physical, spiritual and creative programming.
• Develop programming around residents' interests and preferences.
• Lead activities and engage residents throughout the community.
• Increase participation and connection among residents.

Skills

Senior living experience

Resident engagement

Creativity

Event planning

People leadership

Job description

Life Enrichment Director / Programming Director

Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace | Owensboro, KY
$20.00/hour | Full-Time
Monday–Friday + Manager-on-Duty Rotation

Bring the Energy. Create the Fun. Make Our Community Come Alive.

Charter Senior Living of Calumet Trace is looking for a high-energy, creative, and outgoing Life Enrichment Director who knows how to turn ideas into experiences residents genuinely want to be part of.

We're not looking for someone to simply fill an activity calendar.

We're looking for someone who can bring LIFE into the community.

Someone who walks into a room and brings energy with them. Someone who gets to know residents personally, discovers what excites them, and creates programming that gets people out of their apartments, connecting with one another, laughing, participating, and looking forward to what's happening next.

Calumet Trace is ready for fresh ideas, renewed energy, and someone who wants to put their own stamp on the community.

If you're the person who is always thinking, "Wouldn't it be fun if we..."\ and then actually makes it happen—we want to meet you.

Our Three Must-Haves

High Energy & Engaging

You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and FUN to the environment around you.

You're comfortable getting people involved, starting conversations, leading a room, and encouraging residents to try something new.

Creative & Action-Oriented

Having great ideas isn't enough.

We're looking for someone who can take an idea from “What if?” to “Let’s make it happen.”

You can plan, organize, communicate, and execute experiences that residents and families remember.

Resident-Focused Relationship Builder

You genuinely enjoy spending time with seniors.

You'll get to know residents as individuals—their interests, histories, talents, preferences, personalities, and passions—and use those relationships to create meaningful experiences.

What You'll Own

As Life Enrichment Director, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of resident programming and help create the energy residents, families, and visitors experience when they walk through our doors.

You'll:

• Develop and lead a vibrant Life Enrichment program

• Create a calendar residents are genuinely excited about

• Plan social, recreational, educational, physical, spiritual, and creative programming

• Develop programming around residents' individual interests, abilities, and preferences

• Personally lead activities and engage residents throughout the community

• Increase resident participation and help residents become more connected

• Create special events, themed experiences, celebrations, entertainment, and outings

• Build excitement around upcoming programs and events

• Develop opportunities for residents to contribute their own talents, interests, and ideas

• Build strong relationships with residents and families

• Support and coordinate volunteers, entertainers, community partners, and outside resources

• Manage programming supplies and department expenses

• Maintain activity calendars and required documentation

• Partner with other department leaders to create community-wide experiences

• Support resident and family satisfaction

• Help strengthen community culture and associate morale

• Partner with Sales & Marketing to showcase programming to prospective residents and families

• Support events and experiences that help differentiate Calumet Trace in the local market

• Participate in the community's Manager-on-Duty rotation

We Need More Than Activities—We Need Engagement

A packed calendar doesn't necessarily mean residents are engaged.

We want someone who asks:

Are residents actually participating?
Are they connecting with one another?
Are we offering things they care about?
Does the community feel energetic and alive?

What haven't we tried yet?

You’ll have the freedom to bring fresh ideas and rethink what Life Enrichment can look like at Calumet Trace.

That might mean introducing new clubs, outings, competitions, resident-led programs, community partnerships, intergenerational experiences, themed events, educational opportunities, entertainment, wellness programs, or something we haven't even thought of yet.

We want your creativity.

What You Bring

Required

• Previous senior living experience

• Previous experience with activities, programming, Life Enrichment, recreation, resident engagement, or a related area

• Genuine passion for working with seniors

• High-energy, outgoing, and engaging personality

• Strong relationship-building skills

• Creativity and willingness to introduce new ideas

• Ability to independently take an idea from planning through execution

• Strong organization and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple events, projects, and priorities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Positive, solutions-focused attitude

• Willingness to participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation

Leadership Experience Preferred

Previous experience as a Life Enrichment Director, Activities Director, Programming Director, Recreation Director, or similar senior living role is strongly preferred.

The Person We're Looking For

You'll probably thrive at Calumet Trace if you:

• Have the kind of personality that naturally gets people involved

• Aren't afraid to be a little silly and have fun with residents

• Walk through the community and actually know residents by name

• Notice when someone isn't participating and take the time to find out why

• Constantly think of new things residents might enjoy

• Don't need someone else to tell you what to do next

• Can turn creative ideas into organized, successful events

• Build relationships with families and associates—not only residents

• Are comfortable being visible throughout the community

• Bring solutions instead of waiting for someone else to solve the problem

• Understand that Life Enrichment plays an important role in resident satisfaction, community culture, and occupancy

• Want a role where your impact will be noticed

Why Calumet Trace?

This is a role where you can make a real, visible impact.

We're looking to boost resident engagement and community morale, and you'll have the opportunity to help lead that transformation.

You'll have the freedom to bring fresh ideas, new experiences, energy, and creativity into the community while receiving support from community and regional leadership.

For the right person, this is an opportunity to take ownership of Life Enrichment, help strengthen occupancy and morale, and truly put your stamp on the community.

When residents start coming out of their apartments because they don't want to miss what's happening—that's success.

When families walk in and feel the energy—that's success.

When prospective residents tour and can picture themselves becoming part of the community—that's success.

And when residents tell you, "That was so much fun—when are we doing it again?"\ that's exactly what we're looking for.

Compensation & Schedule

$20.00/hour

Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Participation in the community's Manager-on-Duty rotation is required.

Why Charter Senior Living?

Our mission is To Enhance the Human Spirit, and Life Enrichment is one of the most visible ways we bring that mission to life.

Our Core Values

Serve with Heart
Serve with Purpose
Serve with Courage
Have Fun While Serving

We've Got You Covered

• Pay-on-Demand with ZayZoon

• Free medical insurance plan option

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Training

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive community and regional leadership

• An environment where your ideas and creativity are encouraged

• An opportunity to make a difference residents can actually feel