Director of Life Enrichment (Activities Director)

Starting Pay Range: $34.89 - $38.94
Summary
The Director of Life Enrichment leads the Life Enrichment team in delivering engaging, meaningful, and purpose-driven programs that enhance residents’ quality of life. This role is responsible for translating organizational goals into well-executed Life Enrichment programming that supports residents’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being, while fostering connection, creativity, and a strong sense of community.
What You'll Do

Design, implement, and continuously evaluate a comprehensive Life Enrichment program utilizing measurable outcomes to ensure offerings are inclusive, engaging, and aligned with residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial abilities, considering multi-generational needs.
Oversee the planning, coordination, and communication of Life Enrichment programming schedules to ensure residents are informed and programs align with resident interests and preferences.
Develop and drive initiatives that increase visibility, engagement, and positive awareness of Assisted Living within the broader community.
Collaboration & Community Integration

Manage relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and volunteers to support high-quality Life Enrichment programming.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications department to promote Life Enrichment programs through appropriate communication channels and signage.
Partner with other departments and resident committees to develop inclusive, community-wide programs that strengthen connections between Independent Living and Assisted Living residents.
Serve as a liaison between Philanthropy and Assisted Living residents to support engagement, communication, and participation in philanthropic initiatives.
Develop, manage, and support volunteers to engage alongside residents and ensure volunteer compliance with all state and facility policies and procedures.
People Leadership & Talent Development

Lead and manage Life Enrichment staff including hiring, coaching, performance management, training, scheduling, and corrective action as needed, to build a high-performing, collaborative and engaged team.
Inspire, motivate, and encourage team members to consistently deliver meaningful, resident-centered engagement experiences
Resident Experience & Assessment

Complete resident assessments (e.g. new admission, annual and change of condition) using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Participate in team meetings, community meetings, resident committee meetings, and care conferences as needed.
Financial, Metrics, and Operational Oversight

Establish metrics and reports to monitor quality of programs with the designated software and revise and/or eliminate programs to ensure excellent quality and engagement by residents.
Support Assisted Living occupancy goals in collaboration with Assisted Living and Sales leadership.
Create and manage the Life Enrichment budget to ensure expenditures are within target.
Professional Development

Participate in training, in-services, seminars, workshops, and other developmental activities to maintain current knowledge of best practices in Life Enrichment, resident engagement, and leadership.
Other Job Duties

Demonstrate solutions-based leadership by encouraging input and innovation from team members and people closest to the work.
Lead and contribute to cross-functional and community committees.
Provide resident group facilitation and one-on-one activities as needed.
Mentor and develop the next generation of Horizon House leaders.
Complete other duties and projects as assigned by management.
Education, Experience, And Knowledge

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum two (2) years’ experience working with a senior population, with demonstrated supervisory or leadership responsibility preferred.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience effectively leading others, including responsibility for staff development, performance management, and coordination of work.
Minimum one (1) year experience in activity program planning, development, and implementation.
Skills And Competencies

Ability to identify, engage, and manage resident program facilitators (e.g., speakers, musicians) and execute applicable contracts.
Ability to work in a fast, efficient environment with cross-functional teams.
Must be fluent in the English language and be able to follow written and verbal directions.
Must be able to perform work independently.
Must demonstrate the ability to interact appropriately with seniors.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, and relevant database management software.
Excellent managerial and organizational skills.
Benefits And Perks

Highly Competitive Benefits Package with Low Deductibles: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Discounted Costco Membership
Discounted Meals
403(b) Retirement & Company Match
Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities
ORCA Card Discount or Discounted Employer Paid Parking
Staff Scholarship Program - up to $24,000 per year including dependents
Free Gym and Pool access for employees
Student Loan Assistance Program - up to $1,200 per year
Fun and Exciting Staff Events
Please apply online and find out more about Horizon House on our website at https://horizonhouse.org/
Horizon House is more than a place to work. It is an opportunity to build a career in a dynamic community dedicated to wellbeing, life fulfillment, and purposeful living in a diverse community. We are looking for future team members who understand that new ideas are welcomed and meant to build and improve on old traditions. We care, we listen, and we value our employees and demonstrate this in everything we do. At Horizon House we foster meaningful work on a diverse team by using the power of an employee driven workplace to enhance wellbeing. Join our team and help make a difference in someone’s life every day.
Physical Requirements
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Confidentiality Requirements
Employee accesses, uses and/or discloses Protected Health Information, as defined by HIPAA, only to the extent minimally necessary to accomplish essential job functions. Employee practices appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use and/or disclosure of PHR (paper, electronic and oral) within his/her work area.
Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Additional information can be found here.
All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email hire@horizonhouse.org. or call (206) 382-3175 with the nature of your request.