Director of Activities (Senior Living)

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide.

About the role

As the Director of Activities, you’ll develop and lead a vibrant lifestyle program that promotes health, wellness, active aging, engagement, and growth for residents across all levels of service.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual opportunities for residents
• Organize and lead holiday celebrations, special events, and mixed-group activities that foster connection and community spirit
• Prepare, publish, and distribute the monthly activity calendar and community newsletter
• Maintain a robust public relations program, building partnerships with outside organizations, service groups, and independent contractors
• Oversee resident-facing technology to ensure team members and residents are trained and information is kept up to date
• Provide leadership to Activities Coordinators, supervising daily operations and ensuring program excellence across service levels
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to senior living programming
• Monitor participation and satisfaction through surveys, quality assurance tools, and resident feedback to continuously improve programming
• Manage Celebrations department budget, including purchasing and maintaining equipment and supplies
• Organize and oversee the community library, communication displays, and resident information boards
• Represent the community in internal and external meetings, delivering engaging presentations to residents, families, and partners

Requirements

• Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, or a related field preferred
• Three to five years of experience in lifestyle programming or resident services within senior living or a related field
• At least two years of supervisory/management experience
• Wellness certificate a plus (ICAA Leadership in Wellness)
• Ability to plan and execute diverse programming that meets a wide range of resident interests and abilities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage residents, staff, and external partners
• Creative, resourceful, and resident-focused approach to program development

Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Pay

$63,000–$65,000 annually plus 10% annual bonus

Benefits

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid training and career growth opportunities
• Wellness-related benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living has earned Great Place to Work® certification for 2025–2027. We embrace change to ensure the lifestyle we offer residents remains the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. Our culture is built on core values we call the “Pillars of Excellence”: Teamwork, Integrity, Performance, Accountability, Compassion, Hard Work, and Creativity. These values foster innovation and success, creating a dynamic environment for both residents and team members.