Memory Living Manager: Dementia Care Leader & Team Coach

Chartwell Retirement Residences; Canada; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Chartwell Retirement Residences seeks a Memory Living Manager to lead a specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care neighborhood. You will bridge residents, families and care teams to deliver the highest quality of life in a secure, engaging home.

The role requires a nursing license or gerontology-based degree, dementia care training, strong leadership, and empathy. Some travel within the province may be required, with a focus on relationship-centered care.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience with individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia in a residential setting.
• Two years' experience in healthcare or senior living management, preferred.
• Current nursing license (RPN/LPN) or degree in gerontology/social services/therapeutic recreation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the Memory Living Neighborhood, ensuring program standards are met.
• Build strong relationships with residents and families as the primary contact.
• Develop and implement individualized, person-centered life plans.
• Support and coach team members, fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Coordinate family conferences, care meetings, and educational opportunities.
• Ensure the neighborhood environment is clean, safe, and engaging.
• Promote meaningful daily activities that encourage spontaneity and social connection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Problem-solving

Team coaching

Education

Nursing license (RPN/LPN)

Gerontology degree

Social work degree

Therapeutic recreation degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI/digital platforms

Job description

Chartwell Retirement Residences seeks a Memory Living Manager to lead a specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care neighborhood. You will bridge residents, families and care teams to deliver the highest quality of life in a secure, engaging home.

The role requires a nursing license or gerontology-based degree, dementia care training, strong leadership, and empathy. Some travel within the province may be required, with a focus on relationship-centered care.