Life Enrichment Team Leader for Skilled Nursing

Carolina Meadows, located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is one of the nation's foremost continuing-care retirement communities. Our mission is to enrich and improve the lives of residents and those connected to our community. We do this by continuously striving to be the best place to live and work.


The Team Lead – Life Enrichment Coordinator, under the direction of the Community Life Manager is responsible for coordinating, developing, and implementing engaging activities and programs for residents in the Health Care Center at Carolina Meadows. This role involves both direct program facilitation and administrative oversight, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and accurate documentation within the Life Enrichment department. The Team Lead will collaborate closely with the Community Life Manager to streamline processes and support team members in delivering high-quality resident experiences.
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a Life Enrichment, Activities or Recreation role in a Senior Living or Healthcare setting.
Experience planning and leading group programs for older adults.
Strong communication and organizational skills. Computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Knowledge and understanding of federal, state and local regulations related to resident care, activity documentation and confidentiality.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work or a related field.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
Certification as an Activity Professional (eg. NCCAP or NCTRC)
Familiarity with person-centered programming and dementia-friendly practices


Carolina Meadows is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.