Russian-Bilingual Life Enrichment Coordinator

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living in San Francisco’s Excelsior neighborhood is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan and lead person-centered programs for residents in assisted living and memory care, fostering inclusion, creativity, and meaningful connections across campus. The role supports interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and quality of life initiatives.

40 hours weekly, day shift, Sunday through Thursday, with pay ranging from $28.08 to $32.00 per hour; Fridays

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience working with older adults in group or long-term care settings.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and group facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness in program development.
• Sensitivity to diverse physical, emotional, cognitive, and cultural needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to engage individuals from diverse cultural, religious, and social backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing opportunities for therapeutic self-expression for residents at all stages of memory loss.
• Facilitate programs that encourage social interaction, reduce isolation and boredom, and decrease behavioral issues related to dementia.
• Create a positive, caring environment that respects diverse personalities and backgrounds.
• Motivate residents to participate in Life Enrichment programs to enhance quality of life and cognitive functioning.
• Encourage participation from families, volunteers, and caregiver staff as appropriate.
• Understand and respond to individual needs and abilities of residents and families, adapting activities accordingly.
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who decline or are unable to participate in group activities.
• Complete required documentation including attendance, care plans, activity notes, and mandated reports.
• Collaborate with caregiver staff and Life Enrichment teams to promote teamwork and meaningful programming.
• Mentor and support student interns and volunteers involved in activities.

Skills

Activity planning

Group facilitation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Resident engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or related field

Job description

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living in San Francisco’s Excelsior neighborhood is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan and lead person-centered programs for residents in assisted living and memory care, fostering inclusion, creativity, and meaningful connections across campus. The role supports interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and quality of life initiatives.

40 hours weekly, day shift, Sunday through Thursday, with pay ranging from $28.08 to $32.00 per hour; Fridays