Senior Living Life Enrichment Director

Better Living; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Better Living in Marion, IA, is seeking a Life Enrichment Director to design and lead meaningful programs that honor each resident's story, abilities, and purpose while driving joy and connection throughout the community.

The role partners with care teams to develop inclusive activities, fosters resident leadership, and utilizes technology to stay organized. Evening/weekend availability supports a dynamic senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Technology experience and willingness to learn new software platforms.
• Experience in senior living, assisted living or memory care strongly preferred.
• Passion for working with older adults and creating meaningful experience.
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Creative, outgoing and flexible personality.
• Ability to work some evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead a robust calendar of daily, weekly, and monthly life-enrichment experiences.
• Design programs that support physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being.
• Ensure activities are inclusive, engaging, and adaptable for all levels of ability.
• Create experiences - not just events - that encourage resident choice and participation.
• Incorporate music, movement, art, games, outings, celebrations, and purpose-driven activities.
• Partner with other department leaders to create engaging cross-department experiences.
• Welcome families and guests and encourage participation in community life.
• Represent Better Living positively during tours, events, and community outreach.
• Maintain an accurate activity calendar and documentation as required by Better Living standards and state regulations.
• Track participation and engagement.
• Manage activity supplies, budget, and donations.
• Ensure programs meet licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Complete required training and attend team meetings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Creativity

Flexibility

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

SharePoint

Digital calendars

TSO software

Tablets & smart devices

Job description

Better Living in Marion, IA, is seeking a Life Enrichment Director to design and lead meaningful programs that honor each resident's story, abilities, and purpose while driving joy and connection throughout the community.

The role partners with care teams to develop inclusive activities, fosters resident leadership, and utilizes technology to stay organized. Evening/weekend availability supports a dynamic senior living environment.