Director of Life Enrichment
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCuster Road, Plano, Collin County, Texas, 75023, United States
About the Role
This position serves as the architect of resident well-being, dedicated to developing and implementing inspiring, success-oriented Life Enrichment programs. Grounded in a person-centered care approach, the role ensures that every activity is designed to meet the unique overall needs of our residents, transforming daily living into a meaningful experience.
You will lead the creation of purposeful activity programs that enrich the lives of residents and their families. A key part of your day involves orchestrating the monthly activity calendar within the therapeutic scope of our programs, while simultaneously fostering a vibrant Family Partnership Program. This initiative encourages family members, community groups, and individuals to join as volunteers, uniting everyone around the shared goal of enhancing quality of life.
In this leadership capacity, you will oversee Life Enrichment coordinators and Care managers, ensuring high standards for daily living experiences. Your work requires a deep commitment to collecting comprehensive social information through Person Centered Care forms, allowing you to tailor programs based on each resident's interests, personal history, and abilities. You will champion the Parallel Program model, driving associate and volunteer participation to ensure every resident is touched a minimum of five times daily through life enrichment activities.
Beyond program development, you will maintain a forum for residents and families to regularly share ideas and concerns regarding their daily living experience. You are responsible for managing equipment supplies within budgetary guidelines and encouraging cross-departmental participation. Safety is paramount; you will maintain a secure environment, support the Safe Return program, and take ownership of the safety of both associates and residents.
As a leader, you will embody our CORE Values through servant leadership, promoting teamwork and company philosophy. You will attend the monthly DLE Conference Call and required community meetings, while ensuring all associates complete necessary training through HRA University. This role also includes on-call and Manager On Duty responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director, requiring the ability to work in a safe, alert manner and make independent decisions that prioritize resident care.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Custer Road, Plano, Collin County, Texas, 75023, United States
Plano, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEnsure resident safety and support all aspects of the Safe Return program
- check_circleComplete Person Centered Care forms to collect resident social information for program development
- check_circleDevelop and implement inspiring life enrichment programs based on person-centered care
- check_circleOversee Life Enrichment coordinators and Care managers to ensure quality daily experiences
- check_circleFacilitate regular forums for residents and families to share ideas and concerns
- check_circleMaintain data collection and weekly reports to track resident engagement goals
- check_circleManage equipment supplies for activities while adhering to budgetary guidelines
- check_circleCreate and manage monthly activity calendars aligned with therapeutic program scopes
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred
- verifiedMinimum one-year experience in senior care community
- verifiedExperience working with Dementia residents
- verifiedLevel 2 background screening required
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience. Training as a certified activity director, recreational therapist, or music therapist. Experience in volunteer recruitment and training.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Person Centered Care, Parallel Program, Safe Return Program.
Education: Associate's Degree is required; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent education and experience.
Frequently asked questions about Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase
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Day-to-day, the Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase will ensure resident safety and support all aspects of the safe return program; complete person centered care forms to collect resident social information for program development; develop and implement inspiring life enrichment programs based on person-centered care; and oversee life enrichment coordinators and care managers to ensure quality daily experiences.
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HarborChase is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred; Minimum one-year experience in senior care community; Experience working with Dementia residents; and Level 2 background screening required.
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Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase is based in Custer Road, Plano, Collin County, Texas, 75023, United States. This is a on-site role.
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HarborChase has listed this Director of Life Enrichment role as on-site.
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Candidates for Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase should have executive.
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Key skills for Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase include Person Centered Care; Parallel Program; and Safe Return Program.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's Degree is required; and Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent education and experience.
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Director of Life Enrichment at HarborChase is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About HarborChase
HarborChase, headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida, operates senior care communities specializing in assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services. The company focuses on delivering personalized care rooted in respect and dignity, emphasizing the unique value of each resident’s life journey. By fostering a supportive environment, HarborChase aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors while addressing their evolving needs through compassionate, individualized approaches. Operating within the hospitality sector, the organization prioritizes creating warm, welcoming spaces where residents feel appreciated and secure. Its services are designed to accommodate diverse care requirements, ensuring comfort and safety for those in assisted living and memory care settings. Based in Florida, HarborChase remains committed to upholding standards of integrity and kindness in its daily operations.
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