What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Life Enrichment position at Lakewood Retirement Community-LifeSpire?
Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living
At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together.
Guided by our core values Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy, we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us.
OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for resident centered programming for residents of a continuing care retirement community. Oversight includes all levels of care programming and transportation. This position is also an active participant on the Directors’ Team which functions as the core leadership of the community.
REQUIREMENTS
Must possess the minimum of a bachelors’ degree. Three (3) to five (5) years of successful experience in a supervisory capacity and extensive experience in adult education and or event planning. Relevant skills include planning, organization and evaluation, supervision and leadership, interpersonal skills including superior written and oral communication as well as collaboration. A thorough understanding of the emotional and social needs of residents and of community agencies and resources available to meet resident needs is also expected.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees all resident services operations including programming, transportation, salon, and concierge functions
- Develops resident-centered programs based on needs, interests, and well-being
- Ensures high-quality, engaging services and experiences for residents
- Establishes and tracks annual departmental goals and objectives
- Evaluates programs using qualitative and quantitative performance data
- Ensures effective communication and promotion of events and services
- Coordinates collaboration across resident services and other departments
- Develops policies and procedures prioritizing safety and resident convenience
- Builds community partnerships with organizations such as churches, volunteers, and educators
- Drives innovation through planning and implementation of new programs
- Manages staffing levels, hiring, training, and employee development within budget
- Provides ongoing supervision, feedback, coaching, and performance management
- Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and readiness for inspections
- Manages budgets, financial performance, purchasing, and capital planning
- Upholds quality standards, resident relations, confidentiality, professionalism, and required compliance duties
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- PTO
- Employer Retirement Contribution 4.5%
- HSA Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Supportive Environment and Leadership
- Amazing residents and collaborative teams!
- Access to early earned wages
If you are looking to make a difference, we’d love to talk to you!
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.