Senior Living Activities Director

Discovery Senior Living; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Career growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living in Newark, Delaware is seeking a Director of Activities to enrich residents’ lives through engaging programs that promote health, wellness, active aging, and community involvement.

You will design and lead a vibrant lifestyle program across all service levels, supervise Activities Coordinators, manage the department budget, and build partnerships with local organizations to enhance resident experiences.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of lifestyle programming or resident services in senior living or related field.
• At least 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Wellness certificate a plus (ICAA Leadership in Wellness).

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate lifestyle programs for physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Organize and lead holiday celebrations, events, and activities that foster community spirit.
• Publish and distribute the monthly activity calendar and community newsletter.
• Maintain a robust public relations program with external partners and contractors.
• Oversee resident-facing technology and keep information up to date.
• Provide leadership to Activities Coordinators and supervise daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for senior living programming.
• Monitor participation and satisfaction through surveys and resident feedback.
• Manage the Celebrations department budget and purchasing of equipment and supplies.
• Organize and oversee the community library and resident information boards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Program planning

Communication skills

Resident engagement

Education

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

Job description

Discovery Senior Living in Newark, Delaware is seeking a Director of Activities to enrich residents’ lives through engaging programs that promote health, wellness, active aging, and community involvement.

You will design and lead a vibrant lifestyle program across all service levels, supervise Activities Coordinators, manage the department budget, and build partnerships with local organizations to enhance resident experiences.