Job description

The Memory Care Director is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing person-centered care programs and events for residents with Alzheimer’s and other related types of dementia. The Memory Care Director is responsible to provide a homelike social and physical environment; to assess resident’s strengths, to identify resident’s needs and provide services that promote each resident’s highest level of physical, social, emotional and spiritual well-being. In addition, they are responsible for the selection, training and supervision of Memory Care team members.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Leads in the organization and coordination of resident activities and events, as well as any support needed during the activities or events.
• Ensures required staff and materials are available and prepared for events or activities.
• Ensures recreation funds are used effectively and efficiently for the improvement of resident experience and resident relationships.
• Conduct routinely scheduled re-assessments on each memory care resident, and change of condition assessments.
• Evaluates the success of each activity, event, or outing and identifies opportunities for improvement in the future.
• Develops and maintains accounting records for assigned programs, events, activities, and outings.
• Identifies and negotiates with a variety of vendors to solicit discount opportunities for residents.
• Develops and maintains relationships with vendors used in events, activities, outings, and discount programs for employees.
• Alert the Director, family members and others (as necessary) of any changes in the physical or emotional health of the assisted living resident, and the department’s ability to meet those needs.
• Ensure continuity of the memory care residents’ total care regimen by developing methods for the coordination of nursing services with other resident services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Adaptability and strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent resource management, computer, record keeping, interpersonal, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Patience and compassion when dealing with others, especially those who are sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work when needed, especially evenings, weekends, or early mornings.
• Willingness to adhere to and enforce all safety policies and procedures.
• AA or Bachelor’s degree in nursing, human services, healthcare, or related fields or combination of education preferred
• Experience supervising others in a memory care senior living or hospitality environment.
• Minimum five to seven years of experience in senior living, healthcare, or related industry.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Modesto, CA 95350: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Memory care: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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