Job Description
Level: Entry
Job Location: Dallas Retirement Village - Dallas, OR 97338
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Day with possible Weekends & Holidays
Job Category: OtherJoin a Creative Team Dedicated to Bringing Joy and Meaning to Senior Living.
Life Enrichment Leader (Part-Time)
Skilled Nursing Facility
Bring joy, creativity, and connection to every day.
We are looking for a compassionate and creative Life Enrichment Leader to join our Life Enrichment Team, a collaborative group of leaders who work together under the guidance of the Activity Director. Our facility is faith‑based and open to all, and we are committed to creating meaningful, joy‑filled lives for the seniors we serve.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and lead engaging activities that bring joy and purpose to residents
- Share your talents through art, music, games, crafts, movement, and storytelling
- Build genuine relationships that honor individuality and dignity
- Collaborate with fellow Life Enrichment Leaders and care staff as a supportive team player
- Take initiative while contributing to a positive, mission‑driven team environment
Who You Are
- Creative, compassionate, and joy‑focused
- A self‑starter who also enjoys working as part of a team
- Comfortable in a faith‑based setting that warmly welcomes all people
- Passionate about serving seniors
- Experience in life enrichment or senior care is a plus, but heart and creativity matter most
Why This Role Matters
You’ll be part of a team dedicated to enriching daily life—creating moments of happiness, connection, and meaning for the seniors we care for.
If bringing joy through creativity and teamwork is your calling, we’d love to meet you.
QualificationsThe Life Enrichment Leader must meet the following educational and experience requirements:
- Have a High School diploma or GED
- Be able to work in close cooperation with the Health Center Activity Director and team members, accept and utilize constructive criticism, and display initiative to complete activity related tasks and programs.
- One year related job experience (activities, group leader, working with seniors, etc...).
- Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Be able to read newspaper articles and books clearly aloud to a group.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Must possess good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Must be able to lead effectively.
- Must be able to work with residents, staff, team members and guests in a positive and professional manner.
- Must be willing to flex hours as able if necessary.
- Must be able to function with grace under pressure.
- Must be able to project a cheerful and enthusiastic disposition particularly when conducting activities.
