Life Enrichment Director

Full-Time | Life Enrichment Director

The Difference You’ll Make

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences that bring joy, connection, and purpose to the lives of older adults? We're seeking a dynamic and creative Life Enrichment Director to lead and elevate our campus-wide life enrichment programs. In this role, you'll oversee engaging activities, special events, educational opportunities, and community experiences that support residents' social, emotional, and recreational well-being. You'll lead a dedicated team, collaborate across departments, and help create a vibrant environment where residents can thrive every day. Come join us as a Life Enrichment Director!

-Lead the planning and coordination of engaging activities, events, outings, and life enrichment programs across the campus.

-Collaborate with Activity Assistants, Social Workers, and other team members to meet residents' individual interests and needs.

-Oversee and maintain monthly activity calendars for all care areas.

-Supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate Activity Assistant staff.

-Manage departmental staffing schedules and support team performance.

-Develop, implement, and continuously improve activity program policies, procedures, and quality standards.

-Create and monitor the department budget, goals, and annual objectives.

-Order and manage activity supplies and equipment while serving as a resource for programming needs across the organization.

-Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

-Stay current with industry best practices through continuing education and professional development.

-Measure and evaluate program effectiveness to ensure a high-quality resident experience.

Requirements

-2+ years’ managerial experience in developing and implementing social or recreation program

-Experience as a Life Enrichment Director, Activities Director, or similar

-Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Occupational Therapy or

related health care field

-Willing and able to obtain Activities Director Certification (ADC) within one year

-Demonstrated working knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation department

functions and related Federal and State regulations.

-Effective time management/prioritization and problem-solving skills

-Ability to positively manage and communicate change, and to model appropriate.

behaviors to staff and others

-Working knowledge of personal computers and related software

-Ability to supervise and provide work direction to staff.

Preferred

-Current or eligible for certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or registered as an Occupational Therapist preferred.

Rewards That Support You

-Competitive pay with credit for experience

-Medical, Dental, Vision (60+ hrs. per pay period)

-HSA / FSA options

-Employer-paid Life Insurance (60+ hrs. per pay period)

-PTO

-403(b) with employer match

-Tuition discounts and scholarships

-PSLF Eligible Employer

-Employee discount program

-Pet insurance (yes, really)

-Same Day Pay (UKG Wallet)

-Career growth opportunities

Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love

Join Saint Therese at St. Mary of the Woods, a Top 200 Workplace, and build meaningful relationships with seniors in a welcoming, faith-based community focused on whole-person wellness. Work alongside a dedicated care team, support residents across care settings, and be part of a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional, person-centered care.

Our St. Mary of the Woods community includes 129 independent living and assisted living residences, along with 50 skilled and transitional care units, supported by strong community partnerships, enrichment programming, and a focus on holistic well-being and connection.

About Saint Therese

Saint Therese is a faith based, nonprofit senior living organization with more than 60 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered care. We serve communities in Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio and provide home care, outpatient therapy, and wellness services throughout the Twin Cities.

If you are ready to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, we would love to meet you. Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss next steps.

Saint Therese is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.