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Heritage Community of Kalamazoo

Life Enrichment Coordinator

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What they do

An Activities Director oversees the therapeutic and recreational activities for geriatric groups. They may work in a retirement home, nursing home, senior center or healthcare setting.

$52,208 / year median in Michigan

+15% projected growth

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Join our community Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is hiring. When you join our team, you work with purpose, form lasting relationships with residents and staff, and make a difference for countless individuals. Here, our focus is on the person. From residents to staff, personal well-being is our top priority. Employees at every level are empowered to personally engage with each other and with individual residents to always do the right thing. What you will be doing The Life Enrichment Coordinator creates and leads engaging, person-centered programs that promote a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle for residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. This role designs meaningful activities that support social, physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, and environmental wellness while fostering dignity, connection, and a strong sense of community. Programs are tailored to resident interests and abilities and are continuously evaluated to ensure they remain engaging, inclusive, and impactful. This position involves planning and facilitating daily activities, special events, and campus-wide programs; collaborating with care teams, families, volunteers, and community partners; and supporting residents as they transition across levels of care. The coordinator completes resident assessments, encourages participation, tracks engagement, and creates welcoming environments that inspire involvement and joy. In addition, the Life Enrichment Coordinator manages calendars, supplies, budgets, and program logistics; assists with transportation for resident outings; teaches wellness or fitness programs as certified; and provides guidance to life enrichment assistants and volunteers. Strong organization, creativity, compassion, and a commitment to resident-centered care are essential to success in this role. What we offer We provide full and part-time employees with a variety of benefits based on their employment classification, including: $0 out-of-pocket medical insurance —no copays, no deductibles, no kidding. A wide selection of company-paid and voluntary benefits including dental, vision, HSA/flexible spending, and many more, so you can choose what fits best. Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance to help you grow your career. A 403(b) with company match to help you build a secure future. Paid vacation and sick time to prioritize rest and wellness. Extra ways to earn more with shift pick-up bonuses and weekend/shift differentials . Access to our Employee Assistance Fund in times of need. Referral bonuses for helping us grow our team with people you trust Access the money you've already earned before payday —giving you peace of mind when life can't wait Employee resource network About you Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Gerontology, Healthcare, Public Health, Social Work, or related field (preferred). 1-2 years in life enrichment, recreational programming, event planning, or senior care. Experience working with individuals living with dementia strongly preferred CPR/AED certification (required within 2 months of hire Valid Michigan driver's license and chauffeur's license (within 30 days) If you are passionate about putting people first, creating memorable moments, and accomplishing great things together, we want to hear more about you. Click apply to submit a resume.