Senior Living Life Enrichment Director — Create Meaningful Experiences

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture team

Job summary

Langley Post Acute is seeking a Life Enrichment Director to lead engaging programs that enhance residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. You will coordinate volunteer-based activities, collaborate with leadership, and manage calendars and resources to deliver meaningful experiences.

Responsibilities include developing innovative programs, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and continually evaluating offerings based on resident feedback.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in senior living, recreation, or related field.
• Strong leadership, training, and motivation of staff and volunteers.
• Must maintain state-level certifications or licenses (e.g., CDL if applicable).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead volunteer-based activities and enrichment programs for residents.
• Collaborate with department leaders to build a strong volunteer network.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of activities and events.
• Monitor budgets and financial performance to align with goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a life enrichment team.
• Create programs that support independence, cognition, and social well-being.
• Ensure activities comply with state, federal, and organizational regulations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and update offerings based on feedback.

Skills

Staff leadership

Volunteer coordination

Budget management

Microsoft Office

Regulatory compliance

Event planning

Evenings/weekends willingness

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Join our team at Langley Post Acute as a Life Enrichment Director.

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services

Full-time opportunity available

$52k-$72k/year (all inclusive)

At Langley Post Acute, we believe that meaningful engagement, purpose, and connection are essential to quality of life. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Life Enrichment Director leads innovative programs and experiences that enhance the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being of Assisted Living and Memory Care residents.

Responsibilities for Life Enrichment Director:

• Lead volunteer-based activities and enrichment programs that enhance the lives of Assisted Living and Memory Care residents.
• Collaborate with department leaders and the Executive Director to build and maintain relationships with local schools, businesses, and community organizations to develop a strong volunteer and resource network.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of activities and events that promote resident engagement, family involvement, and meaningful experiences.
• Monitor and manage departmental budgets, expenses, and financial performance to ensure alignment with operational goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and retain a high-performing life enrichment team while fostering a culture of teamwork and engagement.
• Create innovative programs that support resident independence, cognitive stimulation, social connection, and overall well-being.
• Ensure activities and programs comply with all applicable state, federal, and organizational regulations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously enhance offerings based on resident interests and feedback.
  
  

Qualifications for Life Enrichment Director:

• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience, preferably in senior living, recreation, or a related field.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality programming.
• Ability to maintain required state-level certifications or licenses (such as CDL if applicable for resident transportation duties).
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to resident services and care.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new systems and applications.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends to meet resident needs and support special events.
  
  

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Creating joyful, meaningful experiences that bring purpose, connection, and fulfillment to residents every day.

Respect – Honoring each resident’s individuality, preferences, and dignity through inclusive and person-centered programming.

Excellence – Delivering engaging, high-quality programs that consistently elevate the resident experience and strengthen community connections.

Benefits for Life Enrichment Director:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources
  
  

Join our team at Langley Post Acute and Healthcare Center, a 70-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.