What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Manager position at Heritage Community of Kalamazoo?
Brief Description
Join our community
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is hiring. When you join our team, you work with purpose, form lasting relationships with residents and staff, and make a difference for countless individuals. Here, our focus is on the person. From residents to staff, personal well-being is our top priority. Employees at every level are empowered to personally engage with each other and with individual residents to always do the right thing.
What you will be doing
We are seeking a dedicated Life Enrichment Manager to enhance the quality of life for our residents through the development and leadership of a person-centered Life Enrichment program. This role focuses on creating engaging individual and group activities that support residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being across all levels of ability. The Life Enrichment Manager collaborates closely with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure programs reflect residents’ interests, routines, and care plans while meeting all regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, and creative, with experience coordinating activities, supervising staff and volunteers, and documenting assessments and outcomes. Responsibilities include facilitating resident councils, organizing community and special events (including evenings and weekends), maintaining accurate records, ensuring resident safety, and serving as a liaison between the Life Enrichment team and leadership. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by fostering connection, purpose, and engagement within a supportive care environment.
What we offer
We provide full and part-time employees with a variety of benefits based on their employment classification, including:
About you
If you are passionate about putting people first, creating memorable moments, and accomplishing great things together, we want to hear more about you. Click apply to submit a resume.
Join our community
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is hiring. When you join our team, you work with purpose, form lasting relationships with residents and staff, and make a difference for countless individuals. Here, our focus is on the person. From residents to staff, personal well-being is our top priority. Employees at every level are empowered to personally engage with each other and with individual residents to always do the right thing.
What you will be doing
We are seeking a dedicated Life Enrichment Manager to enhance the quality of life for our residents through the development and leadership of a person-centered Life Enrichment program. This role focuses on creating engaging individual and group activities that support residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being across all levels of ability. The Life Enrichment Manager collaborates closely with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure programs reflect residents’ interests, routines, and care plans while meeting all regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, and creative, with experience coordinating activities, supervising staff and volunteers, and documenting assessments and outcomes. Responsibilities include facilitating resident councils, organizing community and special events (including evenings and weekends), maintaining accurate records, ensuring resident safety, and serving as a liaison between the Life Enrichment team and leadership. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by fostering connection, purpose, and engagement within a supportive care environment.
What we offer
We provide full and part-time employees with a variety of benefits based on their employment classification, including:
- $0 out-of-pocket medical insurance—no copays, no deductibles, no kidding.
- A wide selection of company-paid and voluntary benefits including dental, vision, HSA/flexible spending, and many more, so you can choose what fits best.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance to help you grow your career.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Fund in times of need.
- A 403(b) with company match to help you build a secure future.
- Paid vacation and sick time to prioritize rest and wellness.
- Referral bonuses for helping us grow our team with people you trust
- Access the money you’ve already earned before payday—giving you peace of mind when life can’t wait.
About you
- Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Occupational Therapy or Certification as an Activities Director.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in activities, with at least 1 year in a healthcare setting.
If you are passionate about putting people first, creating memorable moments, and accomplishing great things together, we want to hear more about you. Click apply to submit a resume.