Activities Director

One Wingate East

New Independent Living Community, Opening July 2026, May 1st Start Date

Schedule: Full-Time, Weekends

Salary: $70,000-$75,000

Benefits: 401K, Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care.

At Wingate Living, we're more than just senior living--we're builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you'll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.

Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you.

Job Purpose

The Lifestyle Director is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing a

dynamic calendar of social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs that enrich the lives of

residents and foster a vibrant sense of community. This role requires creativity, organization, and strong interpersonal skills to ensure that programs meet a variety of resident interests and support overall wellbeing. The Lifestyle Director serves as a key ambassador of community engagement, building connections with residents, families, staff, and outside organizations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, distribute and oversee a diverse monthly calendar of activities, programs, outings, and
  
  

special events.

• Engage residents to understand their interests and incorporate feedback into program planning.
• Coordinate and host events such as fitness and wellness classes, lectures, clubs, social gatherings,
  
  

and cultural outings.

• Organize group excursions to local restaurants, theaters, museums, shopping centers, and community
  
  

events.

• Build partnerships with local organizations, entertainers, and cultural groups to enhance offerings.
• Collaborate with other departments (dining, housekeeping, transportation, etc.) to ensure seamless
  
  

event execution.

• Promote activities through flyers, newsletters, digital displays, and community communications. Assist
  
  

and encourage residents to participate in group activities.

• Assist in orienting new residents. Foster resident participation and engagement through personal
  
  

invitations, reminders, and relationship-building.

• Maintain activity budgets, manage supplies, and ensure proper use of resources.
• Committed to working with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote
  
  

person-centered care.

• Serve as a role model for enthusiasm, positivity, and exceptional customer service.
• Applies “5 Star” customer service approach in all aspects of job.
• Actively supports Wingate’s commitment to providing “5 Star” service on all quality objectives, with an
  
  

emphasis on continual improvement.

• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Reports to the appropriate managers any known or suspected violations of policy and procedures,
  
  

regulations or standards of conduct.

• Performs additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, hospitality, social services, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• Experience in program planning, event coordination, or recreational services, preferably in senior living,
  
  

hospitality, or community programming.

• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing innovative and engaging programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with activity scheduling software preferred.
• Ability to organize, plan and supervise group recreational activities required.