Life Enrichment Programming Director

Life Enrichment Director / Programming Director – New Senior Living Community

Charter Senior Living of Winder | Winder, GA

Salary: $50,000–$55,000/year

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Manager-on-Duty Rotation

Senior Living Experience Required | Event Planning & Programming Experience Required

Bring the Ideas. Create the Experiences. Build Something Special.

Are you a creative, enthusiastic Life Enrichment Director, Activities Director, or Senior Living Programming Professional who loves bringing people together and making a positive difference?

Do you enjoy planning events, creating meaningful experiences, and finding new ways to make people smile?

Charter Senior Living of Winder is looking for a passionate Life Enrichment Director / Programming Director to help launch our brand-new senior living community!

This is more than an activities position.

We're looking for someone who can create an engaging Life Enrichment program from the ground up, establish community traditions, build relationships, coordinate memorable events, and help make Winder an exceptional place for seniors to live.

As a new community, Winder offers the opportunity to shape the resident experience from the beginning.

If you're creative, organized, experienced in senior living programming, and genuinely love making people happy, we'd love to meet you!

Why This Opportunity Is Different

New Community • Creative Freedom • Leadership Ownership • Meaningful Impact

At Charter Senior Living of Winder, you'll have the opportunity to establish the Life Enrichment program rather than inherit an existing calendar.

You'll play an important role in:

• Creating the community's first Life Enrichment calendars and programs.

• Developing memorable events, celebrations, and community traditions.

• Establishing relationships with local entertainers, organizations, volunteers, and community partners.

• Helping residents feel welcomed, connected, and excited about their new home.

• Collaborating with the leadership team to create a positive, engaging community culture.

• Building resident programming that evolves as the community grows.

• Making a direct impact on resident satisfaction and quality of life.

This is your opportunity to help create the experiences and traditions that residents will remember for years to come.

The Three Things We're Looking For1. Proven Programming & Resident Engagement Experience

You have experience planning and leading meaningful programs, activities, or events in a senior living environment.

You understand how to create programming that appeals to different resident interests, abilities, and preferences.

2. A Genuine Passion for Making People Happy

You love working with seniors and find fulfillment in bringing joy to others.

You enjoy building relationships, creating positive experiences, and helping people feel included, connected, and valued.

3. Strong Event Planning & Coordination Skills

You know how to take an idea and turn it into a successful event.

You're organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable coordinating schedules, supplies, vendors, volunteers, entertainment, and multiple moving pieces.

Creativity is important, but the ability to plan, organize, and execute consistently is essential.

What You'll Be Responsible ForNew Community Programming & Opening Preparation

• Help establish the Life Enrichment department before the community opens.

• Develop initial activity calendars, programs, and event schedules.

• Create engaging activities and experiences for future residents.

• Establish relationships with local entertainers, speakers, volunteers, and community organizations.

• Coordinate supplies, equipment, and resources needed for programming.

• Partner with the Executive Director and department leaders to prepare for resident move-ins.

• Help create a welcoming, engaging atmosphere for residents and families.

• Develop programming that adapts as the resident population grows.

Resident Engagement & Life Enrichment

• Plan, organize, and lead daily, weekly, and monthly Life Enrichment activities.

• Create social, recreational, educational, cultural, wellness, spiritual, and creative programming.

• Develop programs that reflect residents' individual interests, preferences, and abilities.

• Coordinate celebrations, entertainment, special events, and community outings.

• Encourage resident participation and foster meaningful relationships.

• Help new residents build connections and feel at home.

• Evaluate resident interests and feedback to continuously improve programming.

• Promote resident independence, dignity, purpose, and quality of life.

Event Planning & Community Partnerships

• Plan and execute community events, themed celebrations, and special programming.

• Coordinate entertainers, vendors, volunteers, and outside organizations.

• Develop relationships with local businesses and community groups.

• Organize event logistics, schedules, supplies, and communications.

• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing on community events and outreach opportunities.

• Help establish traditions that make Charter Senior Living of Winder unique.

• Promote excitement and participation throughout the community.

Leadership, Organization & Collaboration

• Take ownership of the Life Enrichment department and its daily operations.

• Create and maintain organized activity calendars and event schedules.

• Manage programming supplies, resources, and departmental spending.

• Maintain appropriate participation records and documentation.

• Collaborate with nursing, dining, sales, and other community departments.

• Support and coordinate volunteers and Life Enrichment associates, as applicable.

• Communicate upcoming activities and events to residents, families, and associates.

• Lead with creativity, compassion, accountability, and professionalism.

QualificationsRequired

• Previous senior living experience.

• Experience planning, coordinating, or leading resident activities, programs, or events.

• Strong event planning and organizational skills.

• Genuine passion for working with seniors and enhancing their quality of life.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to develop creative programs and execute them successfully.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

• Ability to collaborate with community leadership and other departments.

• Availability to work Monday–Friday and participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation.

Preferred

• Previous Life Enrichment Director, Activities Director, Programming Director, or Activities Coordinator experience.

• Assisted Living or Memory Care programming experience.

• Experience developing new programs or establishing community traditions.

• Experience coordinating entertainers, vendors, volunteers, and community partnerships.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.

• Experience supporting a new senior living community opening.

New-build experience is not required. We're looking for someone with the experience, creativity, organization, and enthusiasm to help establish an exceptional Life Enrichment program.

Who Will Thrive at Winder?

We're looking for someone who:

• Loves working with seniors and making people smile.

• Brings fresh ideas, creativity, and positive energy.

• Has experience developing engaging senior living programs.

• Can independently plan and coordinate successful events.

• Is highly organized and dependable.

• Enjoys building relationships with residents and families.

• Can establish new traditions and community partnerships.

• Is comfortable taking initiative and making things happen.

• Works well with other departments and leadership.

• Understands that Life Enrichment is about meaningful experiencesnot simply filling a calendar.

• Can adapt programming as a new community grows.

• Wants to make a lasting impact on residents' lives.

We're looking for someone who can create the programs, build the relationships, and bring the excitement that makes a community feel like home.

Compensation & Schedule

Annual Salary: $50,000–$55,000

Full-Time Leadership Position

• Primary schedule: Monday–Friday

• Manager-on-Duty rotation required

• Flexibility to support special events and community programming

Why Join Charter Senior Living?

Our mission is To Enhance the Human Spirit, and our Life Enrichment team plays an important role in bringing that mission to life.

At Charter, we believe meaningful experiences, personal connections, and opportunities for engagement are essential to helping residents thrive.

We've Got You Covered

• Competitive annual salary

• Pay-on-Demand with ZayZoon

• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive community and company leadership

• An environment where your creativity and ideas are valued

• The opportunity to help build a brand-new Life Enrichment program

Our Core Values

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

Ready to Create Something Special?

If you're an experienced senior living programming professional who brings creativity, organization, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for making people happy, we want to hear from you!

Join Charter Senior Living of Winder and help us create meaningful experiences, lasting traditions, and a community where residents feel connected, engaged, and excited about each day.

Apply today to become our next Life Enrichment Director / Programming Director!