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Director of Activities (Senior Living)
Discovery Village at the Forum - IL —Fort Myers, FL
- $26 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Youth Recreation Counselor
City of Fort Myers, FL —Fort Myers, FL
- $16.08 - $24.32 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with children
Activities Assistant
Sandy Park Development Center —Fort Myers, FL
- $19.50 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- 1 year
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Activities Assistant
Fort Myers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center —Fort Myers, FL
- $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Rehabilitation center
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Director of Activities
Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh —Naples, FL
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Program Coordinator
Gateway Services CDD —Fort Myers, FL
- From $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
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Resident Engagement Manager
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Fort Myers, FL
- $20.35 - $25.43 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Resort Activities Coordinator
Lehigh Resort Club —Lehigh Acres, FL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
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Recreation Attendant - Bayview Pool Complex
Pyramid Hotel Group —Captiva, FL
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Activities Director - Senior Living
American House Senior Living Communities —Estero, FL
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Research
- Mid-level
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Recreation Attendant - Captiva Landing
Pyramid Hotel Group —Captiva, FL
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Activities Assistant
Discovery Village Bonita Springs —Bonita Springs, FL
- Full-time
- Psychology
- Organizational skills
- Social Work
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Life Enrichment Assistant (Activities / Recreation)
Acts Retirement-Life Communities —Bonita Springs, FL
- $14.52 - $17.39 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Activity Therapist
Park Royal Hospital —Fort Myers, FL
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Psychiatry
Youth Recreational Soccer Program Director
Lee County Strikers —Fort Myers, FL
- $1 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Flexible schedule
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Activities Coordinator - Engaging, Serving On-Call hours
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CENTERS INC —Fort Myers, FL
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
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Recreation Aide - Seasonal (Holiday / Summer)
Town of Fort Myers Beach Florida —Fort Myers Beach, FL
- From $15 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
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Activities Assistant Skilled Nursing On Call
Vi Living —Naples, FL
- $17.57 - $20.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Microsoft Office
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off

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Director of Activities (Senior Living)

Discovery Village at the Forum - IL -
Fort Myers, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$26 - $29 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

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About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2027. At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Discovery Village Forum Independent Living!

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.

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:

Community Name: Discovery Village Forum Independent Living
Status: Full-Time
Schedule: Sunday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Fort Myers, FL 33905
Rate of Pay: Hourly Non-Exempt Position $26.44-$28.85 ($55,000–$60,000 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
Senior Living experience or experience working with older adults in hospitality, hotels, resorts, recreation, YMCA, parks and recreation, or similar activity-focused environments
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

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027!

A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose!

Our Culture & Values

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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.

Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.

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We 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.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access.

Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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