Job Description
Life Enrichment Specialist – Behavioral Health / Therapeutic Recreation
Location: 4001 Ford Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Job Type: Part-Time (32 hours/week, Every Other Weekend)
Department: Behavioral Health – Be Well at MPAC
Reports To: Program Director
About Us
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard, in partnership with the Be Well at MPAC initiative, is proud to lead The Philadelphia Model: Addressing Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in Long-Term Care (LTC) . This pioneering program provides structured, therapeutic residential behavioral healthcare for frail adults with serious mental illness who require skilled nursing care.
We serve individuals who have reached maximum benefit from traditional mental health services and need long-term, integrated care. Our mission is to offer a welcoming, stigma-free, trauma-informed environment where residents are supported holistically. Our interdisciplinary team is rooted in the values of Choice, Hope, Integrity, Respect, and Professionalism , and committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Part-Time Life Enrichment Specialist to provide therapeutic, creative, and wellness-based programming to older adults with SMI in a long-term care setting. This role focuses on designing and delivering engaging group and individual activities that promote emotional, cognitive, and social well-being, while contributing to interdisciplinary care planning.
Schedule
Part-Time: 16 hours per week EOW
Key Responsibilities
Conduct life enrichment assessments for new residents
Develop and lead individual and group-based therapeutic activities
Offer 1:1 sessions to promote skill-building and personal engagement
Create seasonal, inclusive, and culturally relevant programming
Support clinical care planning and contribute to MDS documentation
Maintain accurate records including progress notes, attendance, and monthly reports
Coordinate special events, recreational therapy, and community outings
Collaborate with clinical staff and departments to ensure continuity of care
Maintain a safe, trauma-informed, and inclusive group setting
Respond to behavioral health needs, clinical changes, and resident feedback
What You’ll Need
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or related field (required)
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or master’s degree preferred
Experience in long-term care and/or working with older adults with mental illness (required)
Prior experience in group facilitation, activity coordination, or therapeutic recreation (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of therapeutic activity planning and creative interventions
Knowledge of behavioral health conditions and trauma-informed practices
Excellent organizational and facilitation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHR documentation
Ability to motivate, engage, and build trust with residents
Bilingual abilities are a plus
Why Join Us
Be part of a unique program redefining care for adults with serious mental illness
Work in a supportive, values-driven environment
Collaborate with a passionate and interdisciplinary team
Make a direct impact on resident quality of life through creative expression and connection
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – EOE/M/F/D/V
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