Director of Activities (Senior Living)

Job Description

Job Description

About Seaton Senior Living

Seaton Senior Living, part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, is a recognized industry leader in performance, innovation, and lifestyle personalization. As one of the nation’s leading senior living operators, Seaton Senior Living serves nearly 2,000 residents across the Mid Atlantic. Our communities are located throughout the Mid Atlantic—including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virigina, and Maryland—where we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for our residents through operational excellence, personalized care, and a commitment to enriching lives every day.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at NewSeasons at New Britain

As Director of Activities , you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Why You Will Love This Community

Joining the team at NewSeasons at New Britain means becoming part of a passionate community dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centered care in a warm, supportive environment. As a member of Seaton Senior Living, employees benefit from a culture that values teamwork, respect, and professional growth—where your contributions have a direct, positive impact on residents’ independence, well-being, and daily joy. With comprehensive training programs and ongoing opportunities to learn, staff are equipped to offer personalized services and heartfelt interactions, fostering meaningful connections with residents and their families. The community also offers a vibrant atmosphere—complete with chef-prepared dining, fitness and wellness programs, engaging social events, and even pet-friendly amenities—that creates a dynamic and rewarding workplace. If you’re seeking a career where you’re valued, supported, and empowered to enrich others’ lives every day, NewSeasons at New Britain is more than a place to work—it’s a place to thrive.

Your Role:

As the Director of Activities , your role includes developing and leading a vibrant lifestyle program that promotes health, wellness, active aging, engagement, and growth for residents across all levels of service.

Position Highlights:

• Status: Full Time
• Schedule: 37.5 hours/week; typically 8:30am–5:00pm; includes some evenings and weekends
• Location: Fully on-site – Chalfont, PA
• Compensation: $25.00–$26.50 per hour (~$55,000 annually)

What You’ll Do:

• 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 resident are trained and the 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

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 a 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

Why Join Us?

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions
• Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first
• Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice
• Build meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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