Life Enrichment Coordinator
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Healthcare
Rehabilitation, Community Health, Elderly/Senior Care
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center | Johnston, Iowa
Your creativity and compassion can help older adults find joy, connection, and purpose each day.
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, Iowa, is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan meaningful activities and experiences for residents in our Skilled Nursing Facility
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Join a faith-based community where you can build lasting relationships, find camaraderie, and grow professionally alongside a team guided by compassion, excellence, inclusion, integrity, and collaboration.
What You’ll DoPlan, develop, implement, and evaluate a varied life enrichment and wellness program for Skilled Nursing Facility residents.
Assess residents’ needs, interests, and preferences to guide individualized and group activities.
Create and distribute a monthly activity calendar.
Coordinate programs that support physical, spiritual, social, intellectual, and creative engagement.
Organize activities and community outings, including programming for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Encourage resident and family input when planning activities.
Complete resident activity assessments and required documentation, evaluate participation, and contribute to care conferences.
Use available community resources and follow organizational policies, safety practices, and training requirements.
Preferred education or credentials include a 90-hour Basic Activity Course, an occupational therapy (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) background, or a Certified Activity Specialist credential.
Two years of experience in social or recreational programs in long-term care preferred.
Creativity, organization, and strong communication skills.
A compassionate approach and an interest in helping older adults maintain connection, purpose, and enjoyment.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer contributions for Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) with up to 4% employer contributions
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off (PTO) with cash out option
Annual Merit Increases
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