Life Enrichment Director

 Aurora on France, located in the heart of Edina, is a vibrant, high-performing senior living campus known for its energy, warmth, and commitment to exceptional resident experiences. Our community serves a dynamic and engaged resident population across Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), and a Transitional Care Unit (TCU), creating a rich and fast-paced environment that requires strong, thoughtful leadership.]

We are seeking a Life Enrichment Director who is energetic, innovative, and deeply passionate about serving seniors; someone who truly understands the individuality of each resident and brings creativity to life every day. This leader will guide and inspire a strong, dedicated Life Enrichment team committed to delivering meaningful, engaging programming across all service lines.

In this role, the Life Enrichment Director is responsible for leading and directing life enrichment programming and team support across the entire campus, including Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), and the Transitional Care Unit (TCU). This is a campus-wide leadership role that requires oversight, coordination, and execution of programming that meets the diverse needs of residents in each setting.

The ideal candidate is a confident communicator and team leader who can direct, support, and elevate life enrichment efforts campus-wide, ensuring that every resident experiences connection, purpose, and joy, while fostering a culture that is welcoming, engaging, and reflective of the vibrant, people-centered community Aurora is known for.

This schedule includes;

• 80 hours every two weeks ; Full Time
• Day Shift
• Rotating Weekends 

Responsibilities

• Program Development and Resident Engagement:
  • Designs and implements meaningful programs and activities that reflect residents’ interests and psychosocial needs.
  • Conducts assessments to identify individual preferences, needs, and areas for growth.
  • Develops personalized activity care plans to promote engagement and well-being.
  • Plans, coordinates, and facilitates daily activities and special events.
  • Encourages resident participation through inclusive and motivating approaches.
  • Monitors and evaluates resident involvement to ensure continued independence and high performance.
  • Communicates and aligns activity programming with other facility events for a cohesive experience.
• Staff Leadership and Supervision:
  • Recruits, trains, and supervises Life Enrichment Assistants to ensure high-quality program delivery.
  • Implements clear work guidelines and policies to support staff understanding and performance.
  • Provides ongoing coaching and support to team members.
• Resident Support and Psychosocial Well-being:
  • Promotes resident independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
  • Supports residents in building confidence and social connections through group activities.
  • Assists in the development of interpersonal relationships and effective socialization.
  • Observes and reports changes in resident mood, behavior, or physical condition to appropriate staff.
  • Maintains open communication with family members regarding resident participation and well-being.
  • Conducts orientation and assessments for new residents to tailor activity plans to their interests.
• Volunteer Coordination and Community Engagement:
  • Adheres to volunteer onboarding procedures and policies.
  • Develops systems to effectively integrate volunteers into resident programs.
  • Recruits, trains, assigns, and supervises volunteers to enhance program quality.
  • Recognizes and celebrates volunteer contributions.
  • Builds relationships with local organizations to foster community involvement.
• Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Develops and updates policies and procedures related to activity programming.
  • Serves as the primary contact for community organizations and partnerships.
  • Conducts resident focus groups and one-on-one meetings to gather feedback and preferences.
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
  • Responds appropriately to resident and facility emergencies.
  • Operates facility transportation (e.g., bus) and ensures resident safety during outings.

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Science Associate Degree – Activity Director, COTA, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy
• 2 years experience in Assisted Living or SNF programming
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
• Is flexible and willing to expand and adapt to changes in the Assisted Living field
• Drivers License Current Driver’s License (in good standing)
• Medical Exam Certification
• Must be at least 18-years old
• Must be insured under the employers Auto Insurance Coverange

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts Bachelor's Degree - Therapeutic Recreation or Music Therapy
• Three to Five Years experience

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.