DEMENTIA WELLNESS SPECIALIST

Paycom; Mechanicsville (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

Pool/Fitness Center

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Covenant Woods is seeking a Dementia Wellness Specialist in Mechanicsville, VA, to enhance quality of life for residents with dementia through tailored wellness programs and collaborative care approaches. The role emphasizes person-centered engagement and a dementia-capable environment within a regulatory framework.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for a Master's degree, and several years of experience in dementia care settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
• Master's degree preferred in related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Enhance quality of life for residents with dementia through person-centered engagement, physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual wellness programs.
• Develop and implement individualized and group engagement opportunities.
• Support a dementia-capable environment and collaborate with residents, families, volunteers, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide staff education, caregiver support, and guidance on dementia-informed care practices while adhering to DSS, CARF, and organizational standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Gerontology, or related field

Master's degree in Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, or related discipline

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23111, Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary, JOB SUMMARY:The Dementia Wellness Specialist is a dementia care practitioner with specialized knowledge of dementia care, engagement, and wellness programming who is responsible for enhancing the quality of life of residents living with dementia through person-centered physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual wellness programs. This position develops and implements individualized and group engagement opportunities, supports a dementia-capable environment, and collaborates with residents, families, volunteers, nursing staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote successful daily routines and meaningful living experiences. The specialist provides staff education, caregiver support, and guidance on dementia-informed care practices while maintaining compliance with Department of Social Services (DSS) regulations, CARF standards, and organizational requirements. Embrace and model Covenant Woods business standards, Code of Conduct, and focus on the Promise in all aspects of delivery of service.Qualifications: JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:RequiredBachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Gerontology, or a closely related field required. A master's degree in Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, or related discipline is preferred.Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience supporting older adults living with dementia in a residential care, health care, community-based, or aging services setting.Minimum of three (3) years of experience developing, implementing, and evaluating person-centered dementia programming, purposeful engagement initiatives, wellness interventions, or quality-of-life programs for individuals with varying cognitive and functional abilities.PreferredHolds a dementia-focused credential or demonstrates a minimum of three (3) years of advanced dementia education and training. Recognized credentials may include, but are not limited to:Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Training or CertificationDementia Connections Specialist CredentialConnections Trainer or AmbassadorCertified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT)Other comparable evidence-based dementia care certification or credentialFull-Time Benefits Offered:Comprehensive Medical/Dental /VisionLong Term Disability/Short Term Disability403(b) Retirement PlanUse of Pool/Fitness CenterPaid Time OffPaid Holidays