Life Enrichment Director

Job Description

Job Description

Come thrive with us at our exquisite Memory Care Assisted Living Community, Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk! We are  NOW HIRING a Life Enrichment Director (Activities Director) Full-time in our extraordinary community for our Navigator Program! This is an exciting opportunity to join our activities programming department and become a leader in our community.

*FULL-TIME, 10am-6pm Tuesday-Saturday

What Makes Bridges a Great Place to Work?

Working at EPOCH Senior Living is rewarding and purpose-giving! Do you want to thrive at work in an upbeat, fun and friendly work culture that is life-giving to others? Our team members inspire each other as we honor the lives of the generation before us. We understand the key to success is in hiring talented, dedicated, and knowledgeable individuals who share our mission, and we want you!

If you are dependable, compassionate, and genuinely interested in making life healthier and happier for seniors, you would find the perfect fit at EPOCH Senior Living! Here, you’ll find close-knit teams of remarkable people working together at our network of premier senior living communities throughout the Northeast – all with the common goal of delivering an exceptional senior living experience for our residents.

At EPOCH Senior Living communities, we pride ourselves on being a place where team members feel valued, creativity is fostered and employees and residents feel connected like family.

Why Choose EPOCH Senior Living?

We offer competitive pay and a generous benefits package for full-time team members that starts on the 1st of the month following the date of hire and 30 hours per week! Ask us about the benefits we offer to our part-time team members. We understand the importance of family and encourage a work/life balance. We offer paid time off, sick time, 7 paid holidays and 3 floating personal holidays per calendar year.

Full-Time Benefits Package 

• Medical Plans and Dental Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision Plan 
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Auto Enrollment through Fidelity after 30 days with a discretionary company match
• $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
• VOYA Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness and Accident
• Verizon Cell phone Discount
• Wishbone Pet Insurance Discount
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement with Annual Amount of $500. English Language Classes Applicable
• Free Parking 
• $1,500 Refer a Friend Bonus Incentive

Responsibilities

• The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for organizing, planning, facilitating and directing the overall operations of the Programming and Activities Department in our Navigator Program. 
• The Life Enrichment Director provides a creative and social atmosphere throughout the community, promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled programs and guest speakers. 
• The Life Enrichment Director hires, coordinates and supervises staff and frequently interacts with the Sales and Marketing team. 
• Creates, publishes and implements the monthly resident Life Enrichment Calendar. 
• This position coordinates across departments to include Marketing/Sales and Dining. 
• Transports resident’s to outside events and appointments.

Qualifications

• This position requires a self-starter with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills. 
• Candidates must have experience in program development in senior living community or similar setting. 
• Must provide outstanding customer service. 
• Must have a flexible schedule as some evenings and weekends will be required on a rotating basis. 
• Some experience in Senior Living preferred. 
• College degree or equivalent life experience required. 
• Strong computer skills required.

If you have a strong passion for seniors, we invite you to become part of an EPOCH team!

“I love knowing that I’ve made a positive impact on my residents or coworkers. Sometimes it’s as small as a hug, a compliment, or spending a little extra time…I call that my second paycheck!”

– Eileen, Dietary Aide at Bridges ®Nashua

You may contact Jessica Kennedy, Corporate Recruitment Manager at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com for any questions.

Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk
123 Richards Ave
Norwalk, CT 06854

About EPOCH Senior Living

Founded in 1997 and known for delivering outstanding service, EPOCH Senior Living currently operates a network of premier senior living communities throughout the Northeast. With eleven communities, Bridges® by EPOCH is New England’s largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider. Offering a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living and memory care supported by Bridges®, Waterstone communities are known for offering seniors 62 and over a luxury senior living experience. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.