Job Title:
Director of Activities (Senior Living)
Company: NewSeasons at New Britain
Location: Chalfont, PA
Created: 2026-05-03
Job Type: Full Time
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 BritainAs 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 CommunityJoining 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 TimeSchedule: 37.5 hours/week; typically 8:30am–5:00pm; includes some evenings and weekendsLocation: Fully on-site – Chalfont, PACompensation: $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 residentsOrganize and lead holiday celebrations, special events, and mixed-group activities that foster connection and community spiritPrepare, publish, and distribute the monthly activity calendar and community newsletterMaintain a robust public relations program, building partnerships with outside organizations, service groups, and independent contractorsOversee resident facing technology to ensure team members and resident are trained and the information is kept up to dateProvide leadership to Activities Coordinators, supervising daily operations and ensuring program excellence across service levelsMaintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to senior living programmingMonitor participation and satisfaction through surveys, quality assurance tools, and resident feedback to continuously improve programmingManage Celebrations department budget, including purchasing and maintaining equipment and suppliesOrganize and oversee the community library, communication displays, and resident information boardsRepresent the community in internal and external meetings, delivering engaging presentations to residents, families, and partnersQualifications:Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, or a related field preferredThree to five years of experience in lifestyle programming or resident services within senior living or a related fieldAt least two years of supervisory/management experienceStrong leadership, organizational, and team-building skillsWellness certificate a plus (ICAA Leadership in Wellness)Ability to plan and execute diverse programming that meets a wide range of resident interests and abilitiesExcellent communication skills, with the ability to engage residents, staff, and external partnersCreative, resourceful, and resident-focused approach to program developmentWhy Join Us?Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positionsThrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents firstJoin a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voiceBuild meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved onesBenefits You’ll Enjoy:Competitive wagesEarly access to earned wages before payday!Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hoursPaid time off and Holidays (full-time)Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)401(K) with employer matchPaid trainingOpportunities for growth and advancementEmployee Assistance ProgramEqual Opportunity EmployerWe 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/VA Note to ApplicantsThis 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.Agency PolicyWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.Employment Scam WarningWe only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information.