Life Enrichment/Activities Coordinator

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ETHIC – Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion – steadfastly characterizes our mission to continually enrich the daily lives of residents. We practice these principles with every task and interaction, from personal caregiver assistance to mowing the grass. At Touchmark, we say: I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER Life Enrichment Coordinator – Memory Care – Join Our Team! (Events and Activities Planner/Presenter) Schedule: Part Time (must be available for weekend and holiday rotation) Pay: 17.70-19.90 based on experience. Touchmark on West Prospect is Fox Valley’s leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through five-star hospitality, compassionate care, and engaging programs. We are seeking a Part-Time Life Enrichment Coordinator to design and lead meaningful, person-centered activities for residents in our Memory Care neighborhood. Why You’ll Love This Role: • Make a daily impact by creating moments of joy and connection for residents living with memory loss. • Bring creativity, compassion, and energy to a role that truly changes lives. • Join a supportive, mission-driven team that values innovation, respect, and humor. What You’ll Do: • Plan, organize, and lead engaging activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of residents. • Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and families. • Adapt programs to meet varying ability levels and interests. • Facilitate group and one-on-one programs, including music, art, movement, and sensory-based activities. • Assist with outings and special events, ensuring safety and inclusion. • Collaborate with the Resident Care Manager and other departments to align programming with resident needs. • Maintain accurate attendance, participation, and progress documentation. What We’re Looking For: • High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant college coursework preferred. Must be 18 years old to work in this licensed neighborhood • Experience in social or recreational programming in a healthcare or senior living setting. • Patience, empathy, and creativity when engaging with residents living with dementia. • Strong communication and organizational skills. • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., move throughout the community, and transport residents to events. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to bring purpose, joy, and companionship to residents who depend on your creativity and care every day. Benefits: Touchmark is dedicated to providing the best for our residents, and it all begins with providing the best for our employees. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our part-time team members, which includes: • Paid time off • Retirement plan • On-Demand Pay allows you to access your pay as you earn it We are looking to hire individuals whose values align with ours and who believe in doing everything they can to lead by example in safety, compassion, and empathy. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. Check us out at We’re growing. Are you?