Memory Care Activities Lead — Certification & Growth

Great Lakes Mgmt Co; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health/dental/vision

401(k)

Dementia care certification & training

Job summary

Great Lakes Mgmt Co in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Memory Care Coordinator to create meaningful days for residents living with dementia. This full-time role collaborates with families and care teams to plan personalized activities and maintain engaging programs.

You bring 1-2+ years in dementia care, patience, creativity, and clear communication. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for dementia care certification and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in dementia care, activities, or senior living.
• Patience, creativity, and a sense of humor.
• Clear, compassionate communication with families, including in hard conversations.

Responsibilities

• Create Meaningful Days: get to know each resident’s abilities, history, and interests; plan and lead recreational, therapeutic, and social activities; create and maintain profiles; foster engagement and comfort; collaborate with Resident Assistants and volunteers.
• Family and Community Support: co-facilitate dementia support groups; attend care conferences with the nurse; plan family events; serve as a resource for families; provide regular updates and mood/behavior notices to families.
• Administrative: manage memory care supplies within budget; follow Employee Handbook directives; document attendance; perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Great Lakes Mgmt Co in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Memory Care Coordinator to create meaningful days for residents living with dementia. This full-time role collaborates with families and care teams to plan personalized activities and maintain engaging programs.

You bring 1-2+ years in dementia care, patience, creativity, and clear communication. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for dementia care certification and ongoing training.