Top 36 Activity director Jobs in Monmouth County Nj

Director of Activities (Senior Living)
Mattison Crossing —Freehold, NJ
- $63,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Director of Resident Experience & Memory Support - Senior Living
Distinctive Living —Tinton Falls, NJ
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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5d
Activities Director
Spring Oak Senior Living —Toms River, NJ
- $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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7d
Activities and Volunteer Manager – Senior Living
Sunrise Senior Living —Lincroft, NJ
- $23.30 - $29.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Activities Director
South Amboy Adult Day Healthcare Center —Old Bridge, NJ
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Activities Director
Spring Creek Healthcare Center —Perth Amboy, NJ
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Dementia Specialist
CareOne —Township of Jackson, NJ
- $84,000 - $95,000 a year
- Nursing
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Child Life Specialist - Part Time
Saint Peter's University Healthcare System —New Brunswick, NJ
- $25.97 - $41.56 an hour
- Part-time
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Activities & Life Enrichment Manager
Sunrise Senior Living —Shrewsbury, NJ
- $15.92 - $19.90 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Child Life Specialist
Saint Peter's University Healthcare System —New Brunswick, NJ
- $25.97 - $41.56 an hour
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Memory Care Activity Specialist
Atria Senior Living - Tinton Falls —Tinton Falls, NJ
- $18.00 - $21.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Activities Coordinator
Autism Community Services —Rahway, NJ
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Certified Recreation Therapist (Per Diem)
Hackensack Meridian Health —Red Bank, NJ
- From $25.77 an hour
- Per diem
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Activities Director
Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center —Brooklyn, NY
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Program Coordinator
New Jersey Institute for Disabilities —Port Reading, NJ
- $22.50 - $24.16 an hour
- Online Application
- Driver's License
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Life Enrichment Manager
Sunrise Senior Living —Edison, NJ
- $15.92 - $19.90 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Recreation Therapist, New Day Residential
Trinitas Regional Medical Center —Elizabeth, NJ
- $33.26 an hour
- Evening shift
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Master's degree
Recreation Dept Activities Leader FT weekdays and 1 PT every weekend
Allaire Rehab & Nursing —Freehold, NJ
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Referral program
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Activities Coordinator - Assisted Living
Spring Oak Senior Living —Lakewood, NJ
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 3 years
- Driver's License
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Recreation Therapist
Sheepshead Nursing and Rehabilitation Center —Brooklyn, NY
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director of Activities (Senior Living)

Mattison Crossing -
Freehold, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$63,000 - $65,000 a year
7 days ago

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

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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 Mattison Crossing!

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:

Status: FULL TIME
Schedule: Monday- Friday 9-5pm - Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs that includes Manager on Duty hours as well as on call for emergency situations
Location: 93 Manalapan Ave. Freehold NJ 07724
Rate of Pay: $63k - $65k Annually + 10% Annual Bonus
Travel: 0% - Onsite Only

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
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.

Employment Scam Warning

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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