Memory Living Manager Temporary

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

The Opportunity

Do you have a passion for supporting individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and the leadership skills to inspire a dedicated care team? As the Memory Living Manager at Chartwell, you’ll lead a specialized neighborhood that focuses on the social impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia, creating a secure, engaging, and relationship-centered home. Your role will be the bridge between residents, families, and team members—ensuring everyone works together to deliver the highest quality of life possible.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the Memory Living Neighborhood, ensuring program standards are met
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with residents and families as the primary point of 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

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of two years' experience working with individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia in a residential setting
• Minimum of two years' experience in a healthcare or senior living management, preferred
• Current nursing license (RPN/LPN) in the province of employment and, or a degree in gerontology, social work/social service worker, therapeutic recreation, or related field
• Specialized training in dementia care methods (GPA, P.I.E.C.E.S., Montessori, Dementia ability), an asset
• Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of fostering team collaboration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Valid Driver’s License, or reliable means of transportation

What We Offer

• A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for leadership development and career growth
• A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

• Flexible availability, including potential evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations
• Willingness to travel within the province for training or support
• Commitment to confidentiality and health & safety standards
• Comfort using AI and other digital platform systems and tools to support daily work
• Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required