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Life Enrichment Specialist

Front Porch
$23.86 - $28.28 / hr
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Santa Barbara
Dec 17, 2025

Vista Del Monte

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

If you're looking for a career that provides more than competitive salaries and wages, and more than great benefits, then consider an opportunity with Vista del Monte. You'll work for a company that recognizes it cannot meet its customers' needs without first meeting the needs of its employees.

Responsible for ensuring the implementation of the Front Porch Vitality Initiative by planning and carrying out comprehensive programming, activities and events addressing the six dimensions of whole person wellness in all levels of service/care. The Life Enrichment Specialist may be asked to provide departmental leadership in the absence of the Life Enrichment Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

* Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

* Implementation of individualized programs and services to residents at every level of care in the community, including those in memory care who suffer from chronic cognitive disease such as Dementia & Alzheimer's, skilled nursing and, those who need medical assistance and residents who are fully independent.

* Works closely with all departments associated with activity programs.

* Ensures active collaboration with outside community organizations to enhance programming.

* Coordinates all necessary transportation.

* Coordinates resident and outside community member volunteers needed for Life Enrichment programming.

* Is able to operate the appropriate technical equipment necessary to running a comprehensive Life Enrichment program.

* Has a working knowledge of and complies with OBRA and Title 22 guidelines.

* Use computer, office, adaptive and various recreation program equipment and supplies.

* Is fiscally responsible for operating within the departmental budget.

* Supervisory responsibilities include supervising 1-4 Life Enrichment Assistants as well as volunteers.

* Specific to SNF facilities:

o Regularly assess resident's abilities as they relate to activities.

o Actively participate as a member of the team responsible for developing and implementing resident care plans.

o Coordinate documentation as required by the facility and governmental agencies.

o Maintain current resident attendance records and monitor resident attendance in SNF and/or memory care.

* Follows department safety standards, practice body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.

* Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears PPE/safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.

* Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services as required by the Executive Director.

    BENEFITS INCLUDE:
    - competitive wages,
    - amazing health benefits (medical, dental & vision for 32+ hrs per week)
    - employer paid life insurance,
    - a great retirement program,
    - holiday pay,
    - paid time off (or sick time),
    - free employee meals,
    - monthly team meetings and celebrations,
    - use of the fitness facilities.

    If you would like to join our team, we want to meet you! Please apply online, by attaching your resume to this application or in person at the Vista Del Monte Administration Office at 3775 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The office is open Monday through Sunday from 8:30 am - 5 pm.

    ***If you have ever been charged with a misdemeanor or felony (regardless of how long ago it was), you must already have an approved Livescan Exemption in order to be considered for the position.

    ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A RESUME ONLINE, OR APPLY IN PERSON TO BE CONSIDERED.

    ~Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug screen, COVID test and criminal background clearance~

    Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.'

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

    Benefits:

      • 401(k)
      • 401(k) matching
      • Dental insurance
      • Employee assistance program
      • Flexible spending account
      • Health insurance
      • Life insurance
      • Paid time off
      • Retirement plan
      • Vision insurance

      Schedule:

      • 8 hour shift
      • Weekend availability
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