Life Enrichment Manager

Homestead, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.75 - $24.75

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

On-call

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Job Description

SantaFe Senior Living is a leading provider of senior housing and care, dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults by offering supportive living environments that promote independence, dignity, and a strong sense of community. With multiple affiliated communities including The Village at Gainesville, The Terraces at Bonita Springs, and East Ridge at Cutler Bay, the organization prides itself on a family-like atmosphere where residents are treated as valued members of a close-knit community rather than mere guests. SantaFe Senior Living focuses on delivering high-quality care and services that meet the unique physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of seniors. This commitment is reflected in the diverse programs and activities designed to engage residents and improve their overall quality of life. The company fosters a working environment that encourages growth, recognizes individual contributions, and promotes collaboration and mutual respect among staff members. Employment with SantaFe Senior Living offers a unique opportunity to join a team that values passion, dedication, and a heartfelt desire to serve the senior population.

The Life Enrichment Manager at East Ridge at Cutler Bay plays a crucial leadership role in the community by developing, implementing, and managing innovative enrichment programs that aim to enhance the well-being of Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Support (MS) residents. This full-time position involves evaluating the specific needs of residents from various care levels and creating meaningful activities that support intellectual growth, social interaction, emotional comfort, physical health, and spiritual enrichment. The Life Enrichment Manager is tasked with overseeing the Life Enrichment Department, ensuring that all programming is resident-focused and aligned with the community’s standards and branding. Key responsibilities include organizing community events such as concerts and social gatherings, encouraging resident-led clubs and social groups, and collaborating with other staff to integrate the 7 dimensions of wellness into all activities. The role also involves administrative duties such as managing budgets, staff supervision, training, and performance evaluations, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining a high standard of customer service in every interaction with residents, guests, and colleagues. This position offers a rewarding career path for individuals passionate about enriching the lives of older adults and making a positive and lasting impact within a supportive community environment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Associates degree or higher preferred
2-3 years experience coordinating social, educational, recreational and leisure activities
Experience with senior populations preferred
Two years of supervisory experience
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to plan and implement community events
Proficiency in budget management
Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments
Commitment to quality customer service
Availability to share administrative on-call duties

Job Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalent preferred in recreation, art, event planning or related field
Knowledge of creative arts, humanities, world culture and entertainment
Experience in serving the senior population preferred
2-3 years of experience coordinating social, educational, recreational and leisure activities for active adult/senior populations
Two years of supervisory experience required

Job Duties

Plan, organize and implement life enrichment programs that promote intellectual, social, emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing of Independent, Assisted Living, and Memory Support residents
Research, develop and manage quality programs to maintain a high level of resident satisfaction
Plan and implement community events such as concerts, movies, social programming and seasonal events
Assist residents with establishing resident-directed clubs and activities, including planning, space assignment, program development and event logistics
Collaborate with the Community Life and Activities Coordinator to incorporate the 7 dimensions of wellness into programming
Maintain community branding and accuracy of internal programming communications
Manage the Life Enrichment budget and control expenses within budget parameters
Share administrative on-call responsibilities with management personnel
Participate in creation and maintenance of community policies and procedures
Conduct interviews, training, evaluations and disciplinary processes for Life Enrichment associates
Provide support, motivation and counseling to associates
Represent the organization through professional demeanor and attitude
Provide quality customer service in all interactions with residents, guests and staff
Collaborate with staff of other departments as needed
Attend departmental education and required in-service training
Perform other duties as required