Dementia Care Activities Assistant - Brookdale Broken Arrow

Brookdale; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Brookdale as a Dementia Care Activities Assistant, where you'll implement person-centered programs that enhance residents' quality of life. This role offers opportunities for professional development and requires a high school diploma and experience with older adults. Enjoy a supportive work environment with various benefits including health insurance and a 401(k).

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience with older adults and dementia preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean 3-year driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in leading and implementing dementia-friendly programs.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives and coordinates community events.
• Communicates positively with residents and families.

Skills

Communication

Organizational knowledge

Technical duties

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Dementia Care Activities Assistant - Brookdale Broken Arrow role at Brookdale

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Clare Bridge Program Assistants have opportunities for advancement into roles such as Clare Bridge Program Managers, Resident Programs Coordinators, and Business Office Managers.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team-based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become U.S. citizens, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Assists Clare Bridge Program Manager or Coordinator in leading and implementing a calendar of person-centered dementia-friendly programs that meet the specific needs of each resident within the dementia care community. Supports Brookdale’s Resident and Family Engagement philosophy by providing meaningful, person-centered programs that enhance residents’ quality of life, recognizing individual abilities and needs, and encouraging independence.

Essential Functions

• Supports the implementation of person-centered programs tailored to individual needs and interests, engaging residents across the 7 domains of well-being.
• Assists in reviewing resident service plans and completing program documentation as per Brookdale standards and regulations.
• Ensures dementia care programs comply with state, federal, and other regulations, aligning with Brookdale’s mission and policies.
• Provides guidance and resources to associates on programming and resident quality of life.
• Coordinates and participates in community events including family socials, marketing, and open houses.
• Communicates positively with residents, families, and community professionals about the dementia care program.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives like the Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST).
• Supports scheduled programming outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.
• Assists with volunteer programs, including training and supervision.
• Performs personal care, housekeeping, and dietary responsibilities as needed to maintain service quality.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree preferred. Minimum one year of experience with older adults and dementia preferred.

Certifications and Licenses: Valid driver’s license and a clean 3-year driving record required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, climbing, stooping, talking, hearing, lifting up to 50 pounds, vision, and interaction with others.
• Occasional weekend, evening, or night work, on-call, and exposure to communicable diseases, latex, blood-borne pathogens, chemicals, and biological hazards.
• Travel occasionally required.

Management/Decision Making

Makes routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgment; escalates problems as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Basic skills in following instructions, technical duties, organizational knowledge, PC skills, and effective communication.

Salary Range

$12.16 - $15.20 / hour