Director of Activities & Community Celebrations

Discovery Commons Orland Park; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Discovery Commons Orland Park in Orland Park, IL is seeking a Director of Activities to enrich residents’ lives by developing and leading a vibrant lifestyle program that promotes health, wellness, engagement, and growth for all service levels.

You will supervise Activities Coordinators, plan diverse programming, ensure regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and build partnerships with community organizations to deliver meaningful experiences.

Qualifications

• 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 related field.
• At least two years of supervisory/management experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate lifestyle programs providing physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual opportunities.
• Organize and lead holiday celebrations, events, and mixed-group activities to foster connection.
• Publish and distribute the monthly activity calendar and community newsletter.
• Maintain a robust public relations program and build partnerships with outside organizations.
• Oversee resident-facing technology ensuring staff and residents are trained and information is updated.
• Provide leadership to Activities Coordinators and supervise daily operations across service levels.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to senior living programming.
• Monitor participation and satisfaction via surveys and feedback to improve programming.
• Manage Celebrations department budget, including purchasing and maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Organize and oversee the community library, displays, and resident information boards.
• Represent the community in meetings, delivering engaging presentations to residents, families, and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Supervision

Communication

Wellness certificate

Diverse programming

Team building

Creativity

Education

Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, or related field

Job description

Discovery Commons Orland Park in Orland Park, IL is seeking a Director of Activities to enrich residents’ lives by developing and leading a vibrant lifestyle program that promotes health, wellness, engagement, and growth for all service levels.

You will supervise Activities Coordinators, plan diverse programming, ensure regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and build partnerships with community organizations to deliver meaningful experiences.