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Life Enrichment Director
full-time•Eau Claire
About this role
Life Enrichment Director
Caretta Eau Claire | Assisted Living & Memory Care
Salary: $52,000 annually
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Benefits: Full benefits package including 401(k) with company match
Loction: Caretta Senior Living 4650 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Help Launch a Community and Set the Culture
Caretta Eau Claire has an exciting opportunity to help build programs, traditions, and meaningful connections with our residents. We are seeking a Life Enrichment Director who is passionate about senior living, creative in program development, and energized by the opportunity to shape resident engagement.
Position Overview
The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for all aspects of the Life Enrichment, Activities, and Volunteer programs designed to meet the social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and sensory needs of Assisted Living and Memory Care residents. This role is key in creating a vibrant, engaging, and resident-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, promote, budget, and lead life enrichment programs, activities, and special events
Develop and maintain a monthly life enrichment calendar that reflects a well-rounded, engaging program for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents
Build strong, positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners
Ensure activities are appropriately supervised by staff or volunteers
Lead activities as needed to ensure consistency, quality, and resident engagement
Evaluate programming to meet current and future resident needs
Serve as Editor-in-Chief of the monthly community newsletter, coordinating contributions from residents and staff
Work with entertainers, vendors, and community partners to enhance programming
Supervise the volunteers through mentoring, training, and performance evaluations
Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to support activity programming in Memory Care
Creatively coordinate movies, educational programming, and special events
Coordinate and accompany residents on outings and field trips as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services, Activity Director Certification, or equivalent experience
Minimum of two years of life enrichment or activities experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care
Strong creativity, organization, and leadership skills
Experience engaging residents in both group and one-on-one settings across all levels of functioning
Background in budgeting and program planning
Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Must have a Drivers License and able to drive 14 passenger van
Apply Today
If you are excited about launching a new community and creating meaningful, purpose-driven experiences for seniors, we encourage you to apply today. Join Caretta Maplewood and help shape a life enrichment program that makes a lasting impact from day one.
What you'll do
- The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for planning and leading life enrichment programs and activities for residents. This role involves building relationships with residents and ensuring activities meet their social, physical, and emotional needs.
About Great Lakes Mgmt Co
Great Lakes Management (GLM) is a Minnesota-based real estate firm that provides development, property management, marketing, home healthcare and consulting services to property owners and investors. GLM operates an expansive portfolio of multi-family, mixed-use, student housing, senior communities along with a variety of office and retail projects. GLM serves the needs of a diverse group of owners including private investors, institutional & private equity firms, charitable foundations, not-for-profit organizations, Community Development Agencies and Economic Development Authorities.
At GLM we don’t have a job - we have a Mission – to make a positive difference in the lives of others. We are driven by our core values of Accountability, Compassion and Teamwork. We come to work ready to win the day, every day, which creates a dynamic work environment where employees feel empowered to succeed through support, encouragement and opportunity.
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What does a Life Enrichment Director do at Great Lakes Mgmt Co?
As a Life Enrichment Director at Great Lakes Mgmt Co, you will: the Life Enrichment Director is responsible for planning and leading life enrichment programs and activities for residents. This role involves building relationships with residents and ensuring activities meet their social, physical, and emotional needs..
Is the Life Enrichment Director position at Great Lakes Mgmt Co remote?
The Life Enrichment Director position at Great Lakes Mgmt Co is based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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