Life Enrichment Coordinator (On Call)
San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living:
Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is a center of excellence in providing a continuum of care. This includes the Frank Residences, offering luxurious assisted living and memory care services; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, featuring long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and an acute psychiatric unit specialized in mental healthcare for older adults over age 55; and the Jewish Home and Senior Living Foundation.
Grounded in the Jewish values of dignity, compassion, and community, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living, fondly referred to in the past as "the Jewish Home," was founded in 1871. Today, 150 years later, it continues to build upon its legacy of enriching the lives of older adults.
What You’ll Do as a Life Enrichment Coordinator:
As a Life Enrichment Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and leading meaningful programs that enhance residents' quality of life. Through group, one-on-one, and self-directed activities, you will promote engagement, independence, and emotional well-being. You will also complete all required documentation and collaborate with other departments to ensure a holistic and resident-centered approach.
- Provide opportunities for social interaction and relationship-building among residents.
- Create a positive, caring, and stimulating environment that supports resident well-being.
- Re-motivate residents to engage in life through physical, mental, and social activities.
- Tailor activities to accommodate diverse needs and abilities of residents.
- Provide individual engagement and support for residents who decline or are unable to attend group activities.
- Offer emotional support and companionship, especially during times of personal stress or crisis.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation including Life Enrichment Initial Assessments, MDS, progress notes, change of condition updates, attendance records, and other activity-related records.
- Develop and maintain person-centered care plans in accordance with scheduled deadlines.
- Collaborate with Nursing, Social Services, Dietary, Rehabilitation, Volunteers, and external case managers to ensure resident safety and holistic care.
- Keep activity boards and calendars updated daily with accurate and engaging information.
- Distribute resident mail, menus, activity schedules, and refreshments.
- Supervise student interns and volunteers involved in activity programming as needed.
- Communicate with residents’ family members regarding participation and well-being.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Why You Should Work for Us as a Life Enrichment Coordinator:
- Pay Rate - $26.00/ hour - $29.00/ hour DOE
- Full Benefits – Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage for team members working 20+ hours/week.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan – Voluntary participation available.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begin accruing PTO on your first day.
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for full-time and $2,625/year for part-time employees.
- Commuter Check Program – Save on eligible commuting expenses.
- Weekday Shuttle Services – To and from Glen Park BART station.
- Referral Bonus – Earn $1,000 for every successful referral hired.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Tax-advantaged health and dependent care spending.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential mental health and well-being support.
- Access to LifeMart – Exclusive discounts on everyday products and services.
These are just a few of the many benefits available to our team members.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or a related field preferred.
- At least two years of experience working with older adults in group or long-term care settings.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and group facilitation skills.
- Creative, flexible, energetic, and resourceful approach to resident engagement.
- Sensitivity to a variety of physical, emotional, and cultural needs.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Life Enrichment | Recreation | Activities | Geriatric Engagement | Resident Programming | Long-Term Care
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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