Senior Living Activities & Enrichment Director

Bwpcanton; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bwpcanton is seeking a Life Enrichment Director for its senior living community in Michigan. The role focuses on developing and implementing activity programs that meet residents' social, spiritual, and intellectual needs, including large and small group activities, 1:1 interactions, and special events.

The position requires creating monthly calendars, coordinating with staff and external entertainers, and training team members to engage residents, especially during evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate in activity programming preferred.
• Experience creating and coordinating activities for older adults.
• Ability to train, supervise, lead, and motivate people.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Good physical health.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program to meet residents' needs.
• Plan large group, small group, 1:1 activities and special events.
• Communicate programs and upcoming events to the Manager and supervisors.
• Engage community resources and entertainers for activities.
• Create monthly calendars with dates, times, and locations.
• Oversee activities and encourage resident involvement.
• Coordinate and host holiday events and decorate accordingly.
• Maintain equipment within budget; arrange transportation for outings.
• Build volunteer base and train staff to run activities.
• Coordinate and oversee special events and community service opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Training & supervision

Weekend/evening availability

Education

High school diploma

Certificate in activity programming

College education

Job description

Bwpcanton is seeking a Life Enrichment Director for its senior living community in Michigan. The role focuses on developing and implementing activity programs that meet residents' social, spiritual, and intellectual needs, including large and small group activities, 1:1 interactions, and special events.

The position requires creating monthly calendars, coordinating with staff and external entertainers, and training team members to engage residents, especially during evenings and weekends.