Director of Memory Care- LPN

The Colonnade Senior Living; O'Fallon (IL); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, HSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (Front-Loaded)

Benefits start the first of the month

Résumé du poste

The Colonnade Senior Living is seeking a Director of Memory Support to lead our memory care program with a positive, uplifting approach. You will design engaging activities and coordinate with nursing, dietary, and administration to promote social, physical, and emotional well-being for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

Responsibilities include creating enrichment programs, managing staff and volunteers, organizing events, and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• LPN licensure preferred.
• Previous leadership experience in senior living or related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Minimum one year of leadership and team skills required.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement life enrichment programs tailored to residents’ needs and interests.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, and administration for integrated resident care.
• Organize events and outings to promote socialization and engagement.
• Maintain open communication with residents’ families and provide updates.
• Conduct regular assessments of residents’ needs and adjust programs accordingly.
• Provide training and support to staff and volunteers to ensure quality care.
• Create and maintain records of activities and ensure proper documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational and planning skills.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Staff training

Microsoft Office

Formation

LPN licensure

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Description

Our Senior Living community is seeking a Director of Memory Support with a positive and upbeat attitude to cultivate a cheerful and uplifting atmosphere within the community. As the Director, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents and ensuring exceptional memory support for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. This leadership position involves designing and implementing engaging activities, fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our memory support program. Your efforts will contribute to promoting physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being, making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and their families. If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that is a plus!

• Develop innovative life enrichment programs tailored to the varying needs and interests of our residents, focusing on promoting purpose and personal growth.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, such as nursing, dietary, and administration, to create an integrated approach to resident care that aligns with the community's philosophy and values.
• Organize and execute a diverse range of events, activities, and outings, including social gatherings, educational sessions, fitness classes, and cultural experiences, to promote socialization and engagement among residents.
• Maintain open communication with residents' families, providing updates on their loved ones' well-being and seeking feedback to enhance the care and services provided.
• Conduct regular assessments of residents' needs and preferences, and modify and adapt programs, ensuring the highest quality of care.
• Provide training and support to staff and volunteers to ensure that they are equipped to provide quality care and support to our residents.
• Create and maintain records of all activities and ensure that they are properly documented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensure is preferred.
• Previous experience in senior living, education, child development, activities coordination or degree in related field is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with residents, families, and staff.
• Minimum one year of leadership and team skills is required.

Your Wellbeing Matters at Chapters Living

As a director, you’ll receive a robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) when enrolled in medical plan
• Generous Front-Loaded Paid Time Off
• Benefits start the first of the month following your hire date!