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White Oak of Rock Hill
Life Enrichment Director
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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.
$53,057 / year median in South Carolina
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Life Enrichment Director White Oak of Rock Hill | Rock Hill, SC Bring Joy. Create Connections. Make Every Day Meaningful. At White Oak of Rock Hill, we believe life doesn't stop when someone enters a skilled nursing community—it simply takes on new opportunities. We're looking for an energetic, creative, and compassionate Life Enrichment Director who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our residents every single day. If you're someone who loves planning events, inspiring others, building relationships, and thinking outside the box, we'd love to meet you! This is an opportunity to lead a team that creates laughter, meaningful moments, and unforgettable experiences for our residents. What You'll Do As our Life Enrichment Director, you'll oversee a dynamic activities program designed to support each resident's physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being. Every day brings something new—from holiday celebrations and live entertainment to community outings, wellness programs, crafts, games, volunteer events, and one-on-one visits. You'll have the opportunity to: Design and lead an engaging monthly calendar of activities that residents look forward to. Create individualized activity experiences based on each resident's interests, abilities, and life history. Inspire and supervise a dedicated Life Enrichment team. Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, volunteers, schools, churches, entertainers, and community organizations. Coordinate special events, celebrations, fundraisers, and holiday festivities. Develop and grow an active volunteer program. Maintain activity documentation and participate in resident care planning. Manage department supplies and budget while keeping programs fresh, creative, and exciting. Help showcase the amazing moments happening throughout the facility through newsletters and social media. Foster a fun, welcoming environment where every resident feels valued and included. We're Looking For Someone Who Has a positive attitude and genuinely enjoys working with older adults. Is creative, energetic, and loves planning events. Is organized and able to manage multiple projects. Enjoys leading and motivating a team. Builds strong relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and the community. Has excellent communication and organizational skills. Can work independently while bringing fresh ideas to the department. Is flexible to occasionally work evenings, weekends, or holidays for special events. Qualifications Applicants must meet the qualifications required under federal and state regulations for an Activities/Life Enrichment Director, including one of the following: Licensed or registered Activities Professional or Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (where applicable) Eligible for certification through a recognized accrediting organization Minimum of two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, including at least one year full-time in a therapeutic activities program Qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant Completion of a state-approved activities training course A high school diploma or GED is required. Why Join White Oak of Rock Hill? At White Oak, we're more than a workplace—we're a family. We celebrate teamwork, compassion, creativity, and the meaningful relationships built with our residents every day. You'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside people who truly care. Compensation & Benefits We know that caring for others starts with taking care of our team. That's why we offer a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally.