Activities Director (Life Enrichment)

At [COMMUNITY NAME] in [CITY, STATE], a premier Sonida Senior Living community offering [Independent Living / Assisted Living / Memory Care], we believe every day is a chance to create moments that matter. We're seeking a compassionate, creative, and organized Life Enrichment Director to lead our Life Enrichment Program.

Are you passionate about enriching the lives of older adults? Do you thrive on creating meaningful experiences, building relationships, and bringing energy and purpose to every day? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join the Sonida Family?

• The opportunity to create joyful, meaningful moments for residents every single day
• Creative freedom to design and lead engaging programs
• A supportive team that values your ideas and initiative
• Career growth opportunities within a values-driven organization
• A culture grounded in Sonida CARES — Communication, Accountability, Responsiveness, Empathy, and Service. It's not a poster on the wall; it's how we treat each other, our residents, and their families every day.

Job Responsibilities & Qualifications

Program Planning & Engagement

• Design and lead a diverse monthly calendar of social, recreational, spiritual, and educational activities
• Tailor programming to residents' interests, abilities, and care levels across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care
• Coordinate special events, outings, and family engagement opportunities

Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and supervise Life Enrichment team members and volunteers
• Foster a culture of creativity, engagement, and resident-centered care within the department

Resident & Family Experience

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Partner with care teams to ensure programming supports residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being
• Track and report on resident participation and engagement outcomes

Administrative & Compliance

• Manage department budget, supplies, and vendor relationships
• Ensure programming meets state regulatory requirements and company standards

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma required; degree in recreation therapy, gerontology, or related field preferred
• Strong organizational, creative, and communication skills
• Ability to lead and inspire a team

Preferred

• 1-3 years of activities or life enrichment experience in senior living
• Certified Activity Director (or state equivalent certification)

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match opportunities
• Paid time off and Holiday Pay
• Company-funded HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free 24/7 telemedicine services
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Team Member and Resident referral programs
• Company support for continued education and learning opportunities
• Cutting-edge technology that supports your work and enhances resident care:
  • SafelyYou — AI video technology that detects and helps prevent falls
  • Advanced EHR Technologies — automated care assessments that eliminate busy work so you can focus on care
  • Sage — improves call light response time and the quality of service and care