Director - Life Enrichment

Lead With Purpose. Design Programs That Change Lives.

NHC Pulaski is seeking a driven and dynamic Life Enrichment Director to lead a robust therapeutic programming department that meets the diverse needs of our long-term care residents. This is not just a role-it's a mission-critical leadership position that demands creativity, clinical insight, strong organizational skills, and the ability to inspire and manage a team.

Your Impact

As Life Enrichment Director, you will be responsible for building a program that goes beyond activities-you'll create opportunities for emotional, physical, social, and cognitive engagement that improve overall quality of life. You'll lead the development, coordination, and execution of innovative programming that meets regulatory requirements while challenging and fulfilling each resident in meaningful ways.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive enrichment program that spans all domains of wellness

Manage the daily operations of the Life Enrichment department, including staff supervision, scheduling, and performance evaluations

Complete assessments, care plans, documentation, and compliance audits accurately and on time

Lead and oversee volunteer recruitment, training, and recognition

Facilitate meaningful patient councils and resident feedback loops

Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations

Collaborate cross-functionally with nursing, therapy, social services, and marketing to create a unified resident experience

Organize high-impact events, holiday programs, and community outreach efforts

Train and mentor staff to ensure program quality and resident satisfaction

Qualifications

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Certified Activity Director preferred (Must obtain within 90 days of hire)

Associate's degree or higher preferred; OR two years of relevant college; OR two years of professional experience in activities/memory care

Proven leadership and program management experience in a healthcare or senior living setting

Strong interpersonal, planning, and problem-solving skills

Deep commitment to senior care and wellness programming

Why Choose NHC Pulaski?

You'll join a team that values high standards, collaboration, and innovation. We challenge ourselves to go further for our residents-and we support our leaders with the tools to succeed.

We offer:

Earned Time Off & Holiday Incentive Pay

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance

Flex Spending Plan & 401(k) with Company Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement & Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

A chance to lead meaningful culture change

Ready for the Challenge?

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NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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