Director of Celebrations (Activities Director)
Company: Whispering Oaks
Location: Hermitage
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Provincial Senior Living,
proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating
companies, manages lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our
company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs
thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a
positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value
in providing excellent experiences for our residents. We offer
rewarding career opportunities that include: Competitive wages
Access to 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 matching Paid training Opportunities for advancement Meals
and uniforms Employee Assistance Program Our community is looking
for a Director of Celebrations to join our team. In this role you
will develop and oversee resident services, including planning and
coordinating opportunities for residents that promote a level of
health, wellbeing, engagement and growth. Responsibilities: Plans,
schedules and conducts lifestyle programs that provide physical,
intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the
residents. Plans appropriate programs for holidays and special
events. Recruits and develops additional resources for services to
the residents. Initiates correspondence including public relations
communications with outside organizations, service groups and
volunteers. Advises and motivates residents regarding appropriate
individual and group activities based on resident interests and
opportunities for growth. Prepares and organizes a calendar of
events. Submits the calendar to the Executive Director for final
approval. Posts and distributes the calendar. Develops and prints
the community newsletter. Provides leadership of lifestyle program.
Coordinates the community library. Purchases and maintains
equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
Prepares preliminary draft of Celebrations Operating Budget.
Organizes and supervises a volunteer staff. Addresses resident
groups and other groups on subjects of common interest. Maintains a
database and prepares reports on resident quality assurance
assessments, participation and satisfaction. Supervises staff of
Recreation and Event Coordinators across the multiple levels of
service in a retirement community. Participates in community
in-services. Demonstrates competence in Federal, State and Local
regulations, requirements for skilled nursing, assisted living
and/or independent living as applicable; ensures compliance.
Develops, facilitates and analyzes resident surveys to determine
ongoing activities are in place that meet the resident interests.
Plans, coordinates and facilitates appropriate mixed group
activities. Develops and facilitates daily displays of activities
on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining
rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.
Maintains a robust public relations program in support of the
activities programming and community relations. Implements and
facilitates a volunteer recognition program. Other duties as
assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises
employees in the Celebrations Department. Carries out supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and
applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and
training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work;
appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.
Qualifications: Associate degree in Recreation, Therapeutic
Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education.
Three to five years related experience. Two years
supervisory/management experience. If having a direct impact on the
lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!
EOE D/V
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