Life Enrichment Director - Senior Living Facility - $25.5 - $32 Hourly Wage

Posted 2 days ago

baptist senior familyPittsburgh (PA)

Social and Community Service Managers Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly

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Senior

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$25.50 - $32.00 per hour

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About the role

Description: Lead with Purpose - Enrich Lives as a Life Enrichment Director at Baptist Senior Family! Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences that enhance the quality of life for older adults? At Baptist Senior Family, we're looking for an experienced and compassionate Life Enrichment Director to lead our Activities Department and create engaging, person-centered programming for residents across our Senior Living Community. In this leadership role, you'll oversee activity services, develop therapeutic programming, lead a dedicated team, and coordinate volunteers while ensuring that residents have opportunities to connect, participate, create, and thrive. For over a century, Baptist Senior Family has been a trusted provider of senior living and healthcare services, offering independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Join us in our mission to enrich lives, build meaningful relationships, and foster a supportive, mission-driven community. Why You'll Love This Role - Life Enrichment Director As a Life Enrichment Director, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents every day. You'll lead a team dedicated to creating purposeful experiences that reflect each resident's individual needs, preferences, abilities, and interests. This position combines leadership, creativity, resident engagement, and program development. You'll work closely with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and other department leaders to create a person-centered environment that promotes quality of life, creativity, productivity, and wellness.

Pay Rate: $52,000 - $65,000 annual salary What You'll Do Lead & Develop the Activity Program

Oversee the quality and effectiveness of resident programming across the Nursing Center and Assisted Living communities.
Develop and implement group and one-on-one therapeutic programming based on residents' individual needs, preferences, and abilities.
Evaluate programming through feedback from residents, families, leadership, and other appropriate sources and implement improvements as needed.
Coordinate programming between the Nursing Center and Assisted Living to promote a consistent and engaging resident experience.
Ensure programming staff time and resources are used effectively to meet resident needs. Support Resident Care & Compliance
Ensure required state and federal activity documentation is completed accurately and on time.
Oversee completion of activity components of resident assessments, MDS documentation, care plans, and activity progress notes.
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and other meetings to support person-centered resident care.
Maintain department policies and procedures and ensure programming complies with applicable regulations and organizational standards. Lead & Develop the Team
Supervise, evaluate, and support Activity Department staff while assigning responsibilities based on resident needs and departmental priorities.
Establish a positive, productive work environment through effective communication, training, delegation, and performance management.
Interview candidates, make hiring recommendations, and provide ongoing training and cross-training as appropriate.
Lead by example while promoting professionalism, teamwork, and Baptist Senior Family's values. Coordinate Volunteers
Lead the volunteer program, including volunteer interviews, screening, orientation, training, placement, scheduling, and supervision.
Establish volunteer performance standards and monitor volunteer activities to ensure quality service.
Build positive relationships with volunteers and address concerns or grievances with professionalism and diplomacy.
Track volunteer hours and assist with the volunteer program budget.
Recognize and appreciate volunteers through ongoing recognition and special appreciation events. Manage Department Operations
Prepare and manage the annual activity programming budget in consultation with administration.
Ensure appropriate supplies and inventory are ordered and maintained to support resident programs.
Maintain the department's policies and procedures manual and review and update procedures at least annually.
Participate in Quality Improvement, Leadership, events, and other organizational committees as requested.
Identify educational and professional development needs within the department and provide training within the departmental budget. Promote Resident-Centered Service
Work collaboratively with residents, families, staff, and volunteers to create a person-centered environment.
Ensure the community's "Culture of Wellness" is reflected in programming and resident services.
Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy while using discretion when discussing resident matters.
Respond to resident, family, and staff concerns with tact, professionalism, and effective communication.
Provide direct recreational services to residents as appropriate.

Requirements: Required:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and oversee engaging therapeutic and recreational programming.
Ability to supervise, train, evaluate, and effectively delegate responsibilities to staff.
Ability to coordinate and manage a volunteer program.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, volunteers, leadership, and outside providers.

Preferred:

Experience in senior living, long-term care, healthcare, recreation, or resident programming.
Experience developing therapeutic or person-centered programming for older adults.
Experience supervising employees and/or volunteers.
Experience with regulatory documentation, care planning, or interdisciplinary teams.

Why Baptist Senior Family? Named a U.S. News & World Report Elite Facility!5-Star Facility. A mission-driven organization focused on uplifting lives, one person at a time. Be part of a positive, supportive workplace that values your leadership, creativity, and dedication. Make a meaningful difference by creating opportunities for residents to connect, participate, and enjoy life to the fullest. Lead a team that directly contributes to the quality of life and well-being of our residents. Ready to Uplift Lives? Apply Today! Contact our Human Resources Department at for accommodation requests or apply online. Don't miss this opportunity to join Baptist Senior Family, Pittsburgh's premier retirement community. Your journey to a fulfilling and rewarding career starts here-uplift lives and make a difference with us! Equal Opportunity Employer Baptist Senior Family ("BSF") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. BSF strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All BSF employees and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Compensation details: 25.5-32 Hourly WagePI15627e9d6-

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