Memory Care Director

Lutheran Life Communities; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

DailyPay Access

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Wellness Resources

24/7 Confidential Chaplain Services

Professional Development Programs

Job summary

Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Memory Care Director to lead a dementia-focused neighborhood with a people-first approach. You’ll oversee daily operations, staffing, and care plans to build real relationships with residents.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities to drive quality improvement and family engagement in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or dementia care.
• Proven track record leading memory care or dementia programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the memory care neighborhood, including staffing and quality of care.
• Build individualized care and engagement plans based on resident history, preferences, and abilities.
• Plan and oversee a full calendar of life enrichment programming for residents with dementia.
• Supervise, train, and coach memory care and life enrichment staff.
• Meet regularly with families to share updates and address concerns.
• Track outcomes and lead quality improvement to keep the program compliant and effective.
• Manage the department's budget and supplies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Memory care leadership

Staffing & scheduling oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, gerontology, social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

Memory Care Director | Lutheran Home

Lead a memory care program built around real relationships, not just routines. $90,742-$123,030 annually. Full-time, Arlington Heights, Illinois.

What you'll do

• Lead daily operations of the memory care neighborhood, including staffing, scheduling, and quality of care
• Build individualized care and engagement plans for each resident based on their history, preferences, and abilities
• Plan and oversee a full calendar of life enrichment programming designed for people living with dementia
• Supervise, train, and coach memory care and life enrichment staff
• Meet regularly with families to share updates, answer questions, and address concerns
• Track outcomes and lead quality improvement efforts to keep the program compliant and effective
• Manage the department's budget and supplies

What you'll need

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, gerontology, social work, psychology, or a related field
• 5+ years of leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or dementia care
• A track record of successfully leading a memory care or specialized dementia program

Preferred:

• Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT)
• Therapeutic Recreation certification
• Experience with resident engagement technology platforms
• Grant writing or fundraising experience

Pay and benefits

• $90,742-$123,030 annually (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• DailyPay Access
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Wellness Resources
• 24/7 Confidential Chaplain Services
• Professional Development Programs

Schedule Full-time, exempt.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.