Memory Care Coordinator

WP Engine, Inc.; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation is seeking a Memory Care Coordinator in Gorham, ME to lead and oversee memory care programs and ensure high-quality resident experiences. You will work with the Memory Care Director and Health and Wellness team to implement Embrace pillars and educate staff on best practices.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree and 1–3+ years in dementia care, with certifications such as Activity Director Certified or Certified Dementia Practitioner.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree preferred in Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or related field.
• 1–3+ years of experience in Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care and senior recreation programming.
• Certifications: Activity Director Certified, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or Therapeutic Recreation Assistant.
• Fluency in English to communicate with staff, residents and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Embrace philosophy with residents, families and staff.
• Oversee the six pillars of Embrace.
• Daily oversight of Memory Care operations with the Memory Care Director and Health and Wellness team.
• Lead 5–7 memory care programs per day and assist in planning activities.
• Provide education and hands-on support to staff in partnership with community managers.
• Maintain high resident/family/staff satisfaction while operating within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree

Social Work / Recreation Therapy / Psychology

Job description

50 New Portland Road, Gorham, ME 04038, United States Hourly Rate: n/a

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for theimplementation of Memory Care Program points of distinction while promoting and integrating the mission and philosophy of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. The Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for supporting compliance with all community policies and procedures and applicable state regulations as they apply to Memory Care. The Memory Care Coordinator will be the process champion to implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge and Embrace Teamwork.

Job Description

• Promote the company’s Embrace philosophy in all aspects of his/her role for residents, families and staff.
• Implement and oversee the six unique pillars of Embrace.
• Daily oversight of the operations in the Memory Care area in partnership with the Memory Care Director and Health and Wellness team.
• Lead high-quality innovative programs in Memory Care. This is the positions primary focus. Person will personally lead a minimum of 5-7 programs per day. Assist in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities. Encourage resident participation in programs.
• Provide education, training, and hands on support to community staff in partnership with the community managers.
• Implement and monitor programs and process to promote excellence in programming while maintaining a high level of resident/family/staff satisfaction in a fiscally responsible manner.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: Associate’s Degree preferred
Area of Study: Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
Years of Experience: 1-3+ years
Type of Experience: Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Senior Recreation Programming, and Management
Special Certifications: Activity Director Certified, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or Therapeutic Recreation Assistant.
Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
Skills and Ability:

• Proven Leadership experience.

Personal Attributes: Demonstrated experience with innovative, person-centered programming

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.