Resident Activities Director

About the Role

The Resident Activities/ Life Enrichment Director is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing engaging programs and activities that support residents’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while fostering a welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a diverse monthly activity calendar tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Plan engaging programs, special events, outings, entertainment, and intergenerational activities.
• Encourage resident participation, independence, socialization, and meaningful connections.
• Collaborate with nursing, dining, housekeeping, and other departments to support resident-centered care.
• Build relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and community partners.
• Ensure activities are inclusive, safe, and appropriate for residents in both independent and assisted living.
• Incorporate resident feedback and continuously seek new and creative ways to enhance the resident experience.
• Coordinate supplies, event preparation, program documentation, and departmental scheduling.
• Support a positive community culture where every resident feels valued, respected, and engaged.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, or senior living preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for working with older adults.
• Ability to motivate others, manage multiple priorities, and work collaboratively across departments.
• Flexibility to support occasional evening, weekend, and special events as needed.

Why Join Our Team?

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day.
• Bring your creativity and ideas to life.
• Build lasting relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Be part of a supportive team committed to quality of life, dignity, and resident-centered care.