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Recreation Director

The W Group
Bronx, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025 CLOSED ON 12/26/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Director position at The W Group?

Excellent Benefits

  • Supportive Management
  • Immediately Available


The W Assisted Living Communities is looking to hire a Recreation Director with a "Yes I Can" attitude.

We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and highly organized professional to lead our recreation program.

Full-Time

  • Days
  • Evenings
  • Weekends


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Proven experience in recreation management or a related field, with knowledge of a variety of recreational areas: Art, Music, Dance, Trivia, Games, Exercise, Movies, Literature, and Poetry.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage residents and staff.
  • Ability to design, organize, and oversee diverse recreational activities that meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of all residents.
  • Excellent communication skills to lead activities in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one settings.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, residents, and external community partners.
  • Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt programs to meet resident needs.
  • College degree is required; experience in recreation, or a related field is required


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develops, implements, and oversees all recreation programs and activities to ensure a vibrant and engaging resident experience.
  • Supervises recreation staff, providing guidance, training, and support to maintain high-quality programming.
  • Coordinates services and events with community agencies and resources to enhance the offerings of the recreation department.
  • Regularly evaluates programs and gathers resident feedback to continuously improve and adapt activities.
  • Ensures all activities comply with safety standards and regulations.
  • Manages the recreation department budget, scheduling, and resources efficiently.
  • Performs other duties as needed to support the facility’s mission and resident well-being.


BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Health benefits offered
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Sick Time Off
  • Paid holidays off


WHY WORK AT THE W GROUP?

The W Group is proud to be the largest provider of assisted living and adult care in the state of New York.

The W Group is an amazing, values-based company culture ripe with collaboration, encouragement, and camaraderie.

We offer a path to growth based on your contributions and passion for learning within the company. In this role, you’ll have the ability to innovate and make an impact with your ideas in real-time.

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