Life Enrichment Manager

Company Description Sunrise Senior Living is an industry-leading senior living operator with more than 240 communities across the U.S. and Canada and is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2026, marking nine years of this recognition. Since 1981, Sunrise has focused on championing quality of life for seniors by creating communities where residents can live longer, healthier, and happier lives. With 45 years of experience, Sunrise offers deep expertise in designing, developing, and operating senior living environments that provide personalized, resident-centered care. Team members build meaningful relationships with residents and families, supporting connection, engagement, and a vibrant lifestyle. Sunrise fosters a culture where team members can grow their careers while making a lasting impact on seniors’ lives.

Role Description The Life Enrichment Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in North Vancouver, BC. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing daily life enrichment and activity programs that support residents’ social, emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being. The Life Enrichment Manager designs diverse calendars of events, including group activities, individual engagements, outings, and special celebrations that reflect residents’ preferences and abilities. Daily responsibilities include collaborating with care and dining teams, coordinating volunteers and community partners, maintaining documentation and program records, and ensuring activities are delivered safely and in alignment with Sunrise standards. The role also involves engaging residents and families in program planning, evaluating participation and satisfaction, and continuously improving offerings to enhance the overall resident experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in recreation, life enrichment, activities coordination, or a related field within senior living, healthcare, or community services.
• Skills in program planning, event coordination, and scheduling to design and manage diverse activity calendars.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills for working with residents, families, and team members.
• Ability to lead group activities, facilitate small-group and one-on-one engagements, and adapt programs to varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Organizational and time-management skills, including maintaining accurate documentation and records.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative, resident-centered experiences.
• Basic computer skills for using scheduling tools, documentation systems, and communication platforms.
• Knowledge of person-centered care principles and an understanding of aging, dementia, and memory care needs is an asset.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays as program needs require.
• Relevant education such as a diploma or degree in recreation, therapeutic recreation, gerontology, social services, or a related field is preferred.