Life Enrichment Coordinator

Overview

The Pines at Davidson is hiring a Life Enrichment Coordinator to support our Memory Care neighborhood. This role is essential in planning, coordinating, and delivering meaningful life enrichment programs for residents living with dementia. Activities and programs are offered 7 days a week, and this position plays a key role in ensuring consistent, engaging, and person-centered programming. The team at The Pines and the appreciation of our residents are second to none.

We invite you to apply if you are ready to bring your skills and commitment to our beautiful setting.

Who We Are
The Pines at Davidson is a premier continuing care retirement community serving seniors in a supportive and comprehensive residential and healthcare setting. The campus offers a fitness room with a heated swimming pool, social activities, and multiple dining options. We provide a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and more.

Mission
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Empowering older adults and those who care for them to live their best lives.

Life Enrichment Department Mission
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The Life Enrichment Department enhances the quality of life for every resident through meaningful, person-centered experiences that foster joy, purpose, and connection. We promote whole-person wellness, nurturing emotional, social, physical, spiritual, intellectual, and creative dimensions, while honoring each resident’s dignity and celebrating every stage of life.

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, and implementing activity programs tailored to the unique needs of residents living with dementia. This role focuses on enhancing quality of life, promoting social engagement, and supporting cognitive stimulation through structured and individualized programming. It is a planning- and coordination-focused role, with direct resident engagement and collaboration across the interdisciplinary team to ensure programs meet residents’ needs and interests.

• Primary schedule:
  Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• On-call weekend rotation:
  Participation in an on-call schedule for weekends is required to ensure program coverage as needed. Being on call does not necessarily mean you will be called in, but it provides coverage and support when needed.
• Activities and life enrichment programs are provided 7 days a week, with coordinated team coverage.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or a related human services field is preferred, but not required
• High School Diploma

• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills, including writing and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to integrate life enrichment programming with The Pines at Davidson’s mission, values, and resident care plans
• Ability to work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred

• Plan, develop, and implement engaging life enrichment programs addressing the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive needs of residents with dementia
• Ensure programs are delivered consistently and align with best practices in memory care
• Create and manage the monthly Memory Care activity calendar, including in-room calendars for residents and unit bulletin boards

• Complete initial, quarterly, and annual assessments of residents’ interests, abilities, and preferences
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of participation, goals, and outcomes
• Document daily programs and quarterly progress toward resident goals

• Communicate daily with Life Enrichment team members and keep the Health Center Life Enrichment Manager informed of progress and concerns
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and caregiving staff to support holistic resident care
• Support family involvement and provide updates on activities and programs

• Prepare…