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Charter Senior Living- Chattanooga, TN

Pay: $18-$20/hr

Looking for our next all-star Life Enrichment / Programming Director with assisted living, memory care, recreation, or senior engagement leadership experience!

At Charter Senior Living, we believe life enrichment is at the heart of creating meaningful experiences for our residents. Our programming teams help residents stay engaged, connected, active, and fulfilled through purposeful activities, events, outings, and relationships that truly enhance quality of life.

We are seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate leader to oversee and elevate our Life Enrichment program while creating a vibrant and engaging community environment for residents and families.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-focused environment, enjoys leading activities and events, and is passionate about bringing joy and purpose to seniors every day.

If you are someone who leads with positivity, creativity, and heart, we would love to meet you!

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• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive leadership and engaged company support team

• Environment where your voice is heard and appreciated

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

The Life Enrichment / Programming Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing engaging social, recreational, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic programming for residents within the community.

This leadership role creates meaningful opportunities that support resident independence, purpose, social connection, and overall wellbeing while helping foster a positive and vibrant community culture.

The Programming Director also collaborates with community leadership to support resident satisfaction, occupancy growth, family engagement, and community outreach initiatives through innovative and engaging programming.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, energetic, compassionate, and passionate about serving seniors.

• Plan, coordinate, and lead daily resident activities and events

• Develop engaging social, recreational, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic programming

• Oversee entertainment, outings, transportation coordination, and special events

• Encourage resident participation and meaningful engagement

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members

• Supervise and support Life Enrichment staff and volunteers

• Maintain activity calendars, schedules, and required documentation

• Manage programming budgets, supplies, and event planning

• Collaborate with leadership teams to support resident satisfaction and occupancy goals

• Promote community events and programming to residents, families, and the public

• Support a positive, welcoming, and engaging community environment

• Previous activities, recreation, life enrichment, senior living, hospitality, or event leadership experience preferred

• Assisted living or memory care experience strongly preferred

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Creative, energetic, and outgoing personality

• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Compassionate and resident-focused attitude

• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays as needed

• Valid driver’s license preferred

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves creating joy and meaningful experiences for seniors

• Brings creativity, energy, and positivity to every day

• Enjoys leading events, activities, and community engagement initiatives

• Builds strong relationships with residents, families, and staff

• Thrives in a fast-paced and people-focused environment

• Leads with compassion, enthusiasm, and professionalism

“It truly feels like family at Charter.”

“The residents become an extension of my family.”

“They truly live out their mission and values.”

“I love working for a company that genuinely puts people first.”

If you are looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where you can inspire connection, purpose, and joy while making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day, apply today to join Charter Senior Living!