Dementia Care Programs Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early access to earned wages forHourly

Optional voluntary benefits: ID theft,

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Company provided life insurance

Adoption benefit

Disability (short/long term)

FSA & HSA

Optional life and dependent life

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living's Clare Bridge program is seeking a Program Assistant to support dementia-friendly activities. You will help implement engaging resident-centered programs and coordinate daily schedules with care teams.

Experience with older adults and dementia is preferred; High School diploma required, Associates degree preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Join a recognized employer with strong benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience with older adults and dementia preferred; or equivalent education/experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement dementia-friendly programs meeting residents' needs.
• Coordinate calendar of person-centered activities with care teams.
• Review residents' service plans and complete required documentation.
• Ensure programs comply with state/federal regulations and Brookdale standards.
• Provide guidance to associates on programming and engagement; support volunteers.

Skills

Communication skills

Written & verbal

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Word processing

Job description

Brookdale Senior Living's Clare Bridge program is seeking a Program Assistant to support dementia-friendly activities. You will help implement engaging resident-centered programs and coordinate daily schedules with care teams.

Experience with older adults and dementia is preferred; High School diploma required, Associates degree preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Join a recognized employer with strong benefits and opportunities for advancement.