What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Director position at English Meadows Senior Living Communities?
The Life Enrichment Assistant supports the planning, preparation, and delivery of daily
activities that enhance residents’ overall quality of life, incorporating all seven dimensions
of wellness: physical, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, environmental, social, and emotional.
This role focuses on assisting with the execution of meaningful programs, building personal
connections, and helping create purpose-driven experiences for each resident.
The Assistant works closely with the Life Enrichment Specialist to ensure that activities run
smoothly, are well-attended, and reflect the unique culture of the community. This position
also assists in the use of technology platforms to record participation, track engagement,
and support personalized resident experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES – Included but not limited to:
(including arranging transportation and chaperones).
- Maintain resident confidentiality at all times.
- Review residents’ life histories, preferences, and abilities to plan meaningful,
- Organize and display a monthly calendar with a balanced variety of programs that
- Schedule a minimum of: Four activities each weekday, three activities each weekend
(including arranging transportation and chaperones).
- Plan activities at least one month in advance, submitting the calendar to the Head of
- Incorporate sensory-based activities, vocational opportunities, and
- Arrange for guest speakers, entertainers, and special program facilitators, process
- Procure and manage activity supplies and submit food requests to the Dining
- Actively promote activities by visiting residents (especially new arrivals) and
- Assist residents in getting to and from programs, collaborating with care staff as
- Foster positive relationships with other departments to ensure programming
- Conduct regular resident activity planning sessions to gather input and suggestions.
- Meet with new residents upon move-in to learn their interests, introduce the
- Involve local businesses, volunteer groups, and community organizations to enrich
- Decorate for holidays and special events, and assist residents with personal
- Keep accurate records of resident participation, preferences, and program impact
- Maintain up-to-date resident activity files, including birthday and anniversary lists,
- Coordinate monthly Resident Council meetings and assist the Council President as
- Communicate planned activities to staff and arrange coverage when unavailable to
- Adhere to all safety, infection control, and compliance policies.
- Attend required in-services and maintain a professional, positive, and collaborative
- Immediately report any actual or suspected resident abuse or neglect as required by
- Regularly collaborate with the Executive Director/Administrator to review
- Manage, train, and develop a team of leaders and daily operations with
common/general leadership fundamentals.
- Other duties as assigned, including other department collaboration and support
- Ambassador of company core values and culture
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute programs that promote cognitive stimulation, physical
- Tailor activities to resident care plans, ensuring accessibility and meaningful
- Actively work to reduce isolation and enhance resident connections.
- Partner with care, wellness, and dining teams to integrate health and wellness into
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers to assist with activities and events.
- Organize special events, including theme days, community celebrations, and
- Maintain accurate participation records and activity reports.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff regarding program
- Monitor all activities for safety and compliance with resident rights.
- Some communities have a Life Enrichment Assistant in the department requiring
out our Life Enrichment department activities, specific duties, and related
responsibilities.