Recreation director Jobs

Regional Director of Recreation
Spring Living —Toronto, ON
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Dental care
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Aquatics Director - Club Kodiak
Camp Kodiak —Burks Falls, ON
- $1,600–$2,700 a month
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Supervising experience
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Recreation Manager (Director of Resident Programs) | Permanent, Full-Time
Sienna Senior Living —Kamloops, BC
- $50,000–$65,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Time management
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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6d
Recreation Sports And Fitness Program And Service Director
10738883 Canada Inc O/A 1 more round (1MR) —Woodbridge, ON
- $49 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Working with children
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Director of Recreation (Lord Dufferin)
Spring Living —Orangeville, ON
- From $50,000 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Director of Life Enrichment ( 1-Year Coverage)
CEDARBROOK LODGE RETIREMENT RESIDENCE —Scarborough, ON
- $50,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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11d
Director of Resident Programs
Sienna Senior Living —Brampton, ON
- $43,055–$53,819 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Time management
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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11d
Director of Recreation (Queenswood Villa)
Spring Living —Orleans, ON
- From $45,000 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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12h
Director of Culture, Recreation, Sports, and Social Development
Ville de Laval —Laval, QC
- $55,827.92–$85,889.08 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Business
- Employee assistance program
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Regional Director of Recreation
Spring Living Retirement Communities —Toronto, ON
- From $85,000 a year
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
4h
recreation director
Camp Bow-Isle —Bowen Island, BC
- $40.50 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Bachelor's
- Travel
Recreation Director
Preston Park I —Saskatoon, SK
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
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7d
Director, Outdoor Recreation & Access
Mosaic Forest Management Corporation —Nanaimo, BC
- $145,000–$175,000 a year
- Budgeting
- Business
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8d
sports program director
YOLO Education Canada —Maple, ON
- $37 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Communication skills
- Time management
Community Recreation Director
Blaine Lake Community Association —Blaine Lake, SK
- $24–$32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Social media management
- Supervising experience
- No university degree
- Flexible schedule
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leisure centre sports director
Soccer5 —Montréal, QC
- $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
5d
director, sports programs
Club de Soccer Trident —L'Ancienne-Lorette, QC
- $54,000–$64,000 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
Directeur Associe du programme des operations / Operations Program Associate Director
Pratt & Whitney —Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Wellness program
- Flexible schedule
4d
Director of Operations and Programs
Evangeline Recreation Society —Berwick, NS
- $50,960 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Master's degree
- Administrative experience
- Mileage reimbursement
- Designated paid holidays
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Physical Education and Athletic Director - St. Anthony's Elementary School, West Van
Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese —West Vancouver, BC
- $61,281–$111,727 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Education
- Bachelor's
- Dental care

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Regional Director of Recreation

Spring Living -
Toronto, ON

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Permanent | Full-time
From $85,000 a year
6 hours ago

Qualifications

Therapeutic Recreation
Dementia care
Organizational skills
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

*Current Opportunity*

SPRING LIVING OVERVIEW

Spring Living Retirement Communities (springliving.ca) is a boutique, rapidly growing Canadian senior living owner/operator, who currently owns and operates retirement communities in Ontario and Quebec. The company has an ambitious growth plan to expanding through acquisition of mid-market retirement residences across Canada over the next 5 years. Spring Living’s mission is to create warm, welcoming and secure environments for residents, foster caring connections, and provide personalized services by team members who are committed to making a significant IMPACT every day.

Spring Living is the Retirement Community platform of the BAZ group; a Real Estate company that strategically acquires, develops, constructs and repositions assets throughout North America.

JOB OVERVIEW

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations

The Regional Director of Recreation provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of recreation and life enrichment programs across all communities. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously enhancing innovative, person-centered programming that enriches residents’ daily lives and supports their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being.

Collaborating closely with Executive Directors and Directors of Recreation, the Regional Director of Recreation ensures that all programs are responsive to the diverse needs, preferences, and abilities of residents, including those requiring assisted living or memory care support. The role emphasizes fostering meaningful engagement, promoting independence, and creating inclusive environments where residents can build connections and maintain a strong sense of purpose and belonging.

Through strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to continuous improvement, the Regional Director of Recreation ensures consistent, high-quality resident experiences across all communities while aligning with organizational goals, values, and growth strategies.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Strategy:

Develop and implement a regional recreation strategy aligned with organizational mission and resident needs.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to Directors of Recreation and team members across multiple communities.
Foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and resident-centered care.

Program Development & Oversight:

Ensure each community offers diverse, high-quality recreational programs (social, physical, cultural, cognitive).
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness through resident feedback and participation metrics.
Introduce new initiatives based on trends, best practices, and resident interests.
Lead program creation and implementation for memory care residents.

Team Member Management:

Recruit, train, and evaluate recreation teams across all communities.
Conduct regular site visits to support teams and ensure program quality.
Identify professional development opportunities and provide ongoing coaching.

Compliance & Quality Assurance:

Ensure all programs meet provincial regulations, safety standards, and accreditation requirements.
Maintain proper documentation, policies, and procedures across communities.
Support audits and inspections as needed.

Resident Experience:

Promote resident engagement, choice, and independence.
Collaborate with care teams to tailor programs to varying levels of ability and cognitive function.
Address resident and family feedback promptly and effectively.

Collaboration

Collaborate closely with Executive Directors, Health & Wellness teams, and other departments.
Build partnerships with community organizations, volunteers, and external vendors.
Representing the organization at events and professional networks.

Other:

Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma or degree in Recreation Therapy, Gerontology, Leisure Studies, or related field.
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in recreation programming, preferably in senior living or healthcare.
2–3 years of leadership experience overseeing multiple sites or teams.
Knowledge of aging, dementia care, and resident-centered programming ie Welbi
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Familiarity with relevant provincial regulations (e.g., retirement home standards in Ontario).
Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and be able to travel within Ontario.

Spring Living is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We are committed to treating people with disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration, and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Ontario’s accessibility laws.

Spring Living is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation (including but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternative format documents, ASL Interpreter or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
RRSP match

Work Location: In person

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