Memory Care Coordinator

Charter Senior Living of Columbia; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Charter Senior Living of Columbia in Columbia, Maryland is seeking an Activities Assistant (Memory Care Coordinator) to lead 5-9 daily engagement programs in our Flourish Memory Care neighborhood. This non-supervisory role focuses on direct program delivery, resident engagement, and person-centered care under the Memory Care Director.

You will create meaningful experiences, support transitions, model dementia-aware techniques, and collaborate on calendars, onboarding, and family events.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience engaging individuals living with dementia.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience in senior living.
• Compassion, patience, and creativity.
• Ability to lead programs independently and work in a structured team environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Physical ability to lead programs (frequent walking, bending, assisting residents).
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Must be 18+ with completed health screenings and background checks.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead 5–9 engagement programs across Flourish domains daily (motion, knowledge, motivation, community, harmony, intention, exploration).
• Deliver 5–9 engagement programs per day (sensory, cognitive, creative, physical, social, themed).
• Support structured routines and transitions (meals, rest, prep times).
• Encourage resident participation and personalize experiences based on abilities and preferences.
• Collaborate with Memory Care Director on event prep, monthly calendars, and documentation.
• Assist with new-resident onboarding to ease transition to memory care routines.
• Support care associates by modeling dementia-informed techniques and engagement cues.
• Maintain welcoming, organized program spaces.
• Participate in family events, volunteer programs, and seasonal celebrations.
• Reinforce Charter's mission and person-centered dementia care daily.

Skills

Dementia engagement

Program delivery

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience in senior living

Tools

iN2L

Sagely

Eversound

MS Office

Job description

Activities Assistant - Full-Time & PRN

(Memory Care Coordinator)

Charter Senior Living of Columbia - Columbia, Maryland

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Full-Time: Must work 5 days per week, including every other weekend

PRN - Must work 2 scheduled shifts per month and fill in as needed

Open Interviews every Tuesday at 11:00 am

Charter Senior Living is dedicated to Enhancing the Human Spirit for our residents, families, and associates. Our Memory Care Coordinators bring our Flourish Memory Care philosophy to life every day by creating meaningful engagement, connection, and joy for residents living with dementia.

If you are compassionate, creative, energetic, and motivated to make daily life brighter for older adults, this role offers purpose, stability, and a supportive team environment.

About the Role

The Memory Care Coordinator (MCC) supports the daily execution of dementia-specific engagement programs in our Flourish Memory Care neighborhood. This is a non-supervisory role focused on direct program delivery, resident engagement, and reinforcing person-centered care approaches under the direction of the Memory Care Director.

You will lead 5-9 structured daily programs, support transitions, model engagement techniques for staff, and help create an environment where residents feel connected, valued, and engaged.

What You Will Do

• Lead individual and group programs across the Flourish engagement domains: Motion & Movement, Knowledge & Learning, Motivation & Creation, Community & Connection, Harmony & Introspection, Intention & Commitment, Exploration & Adventure
• Deliver 5-9 engagement programs per day (sensory, cognitive, creative, physical, social, and theme-based)
• Support structured routines and transitions (meals, rest periods, prep times)
• Encourage resident participation and personalize experiences based on abilities and preferences
• Collaborate with the Memory Care Director on event preparation, materials, monthly calendars, and documentation
• Assist with new-resident onboarding to ensure smooth adjustment to memory care routines
• Support care associates by modeling dementia-informed techniques and engagement cues
• Maintain welcoming, organized program spaces
• Participate in family events, volunteer programs, and seasonal celebrations
• Reinforce Charter's mission and person-centered dementia care approaches each day

What You Bring

Required:

• At least 2 years of experience engaging individuals living with dementia
• Associate degree or equivalent experience in senior living
• Demonstrated compassion, patience, and creativity
• Ability to lead programs independently and work in a structured team environment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Physical ability to lead programs (frequent walking, bending, assisting residents)
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
• Must be 18+ with completed health screenings and background checks
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred:

• Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Gerontology, or related field
• CDP, Activity Director Certification, or related credentials
• Experience with platforms like iN2L, Sagely, Eversound, Microsoft Office
• Ability to drive the community bus/van per state regulations

Why You Will Love Working at Charter Senior Living

Mission: To Enhance the Human Spirit

Core Values: Serve with Heart | Serve with Purpose | Serve with Courage | Have Fun While Serving

We’ve Got You Covered:

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• Flexible schedules
• Free medical insurance plan option
• Paid Training, PTO, and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Perfect attendance bonus (up to $100/month)
• Referral bonuses
• Supportive leadership and a culture where your voice is heard
• Stable hours and a meaningful, mission-driven environment

What Our Associates Say:

• "It truly feels like a family at Charter."
• "The residents are an extension of my family now."
• "They genuinely enhance the human spirit - both ours and the residents'."
• "I have fun serving every day."