Resident Enrichment Specialist - Part-time

Home of the Innocents; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Home of the Innocents in Louisville, KY is seeking a part-time Resident Enrichment Specialist to design and facilitate engaging programs for residents ages 2–25. You will plan activities, coordinate events, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support well‑being.

The role emphasizes independent work and collaboration with volunteers, with a focus on compassionate care and community engagement. CPR/BLS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma; Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in activity coordination, social services, or therapeutic recreation is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for planning engaging activities.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience working with children and young adults with complex medical, developmental, or emotional needs preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement enrichment activities tailored to residents' abilities, interests, and needs.
• Coordinate special events, group outings, and holiday celebrations to enhance residents' social experiences.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.
• Manage the budget for enrichment activities, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Train and supervise volunteers assisting with enrichment programs.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents in a healthcare setting? Home of the Innocents is seeking a dynamic Resident Enrichment Specialist to join our team! If you have a heart for service and a talent for designing engaging activities, we want to hear from you.

Day in the Life

The Resident Enrichment specialist will be responsible for developing and facilitating recreational, educational, and social programs to improve the well-being and engagement of our residents, ages 2-25. This role is vital in fostering a positive, supportive environment where residents feel valued and connected.

Schedule: Part-time at 24 hours per week.

How This Position Contributes to Our Mission

• Plan, organize, and implement enrichment activities tailored to residents' abilities, interests, and needs.

• Coordinate special events, group outings, and holiday celebrations to enhance residents' social experiences.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.

• Manage the budget for enrichment activities, ensuring efficient use of resources.

• Train and supervise volunteers assisting with enrichment programs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma; Associate's degree or higher preferred.

• Experience in activity coordination, social services, or therapeutic recreation is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Creativity and enthusiasm for planning engaging activities.

• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Experience working with children and young adults with complex medical, developmental, or emotional needs preferred.

• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain).

What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive team environment dedicated to improving lives.

Who We Are

Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville’s longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness.

We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness.

We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community—expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals.

Our Impact

• 3,976 children and families served in 2025
• 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville
• Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city
• 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including:
• Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
• Emergency shelter for children in crisis
• Foster care and adoption support
• Community-based behavioral health services
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs.