Memory Care Director

Talentify; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American House Senior Living Communities is seeking a Memory Care Director for our Estero, FL location. Lead a compassionate Memory Care program, drive resident well-being, and oversee a dedicated team in a dynamic senior living community.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, quality programming, and strong family partnerships to ensure outstanding care and engagement for residents with memory care needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of dementia care management experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience required, including hiring, coaching, performance management and team leadership.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational and leadership skills.
• Passion for serving older adults and enhancing quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive Memory Care program focused on resident well-being and engagement.
• Design, schedule and facilitate meaningful activities meeting residents' interests and abilities.
• Collaborate with Life Enrichment, Wellness and Dining teams to support individualized resident needs.
• Participate in resident assessments, care planning, family conferences and move-in preparation.
• Monitor changes in resident condition and coordinate appropriate responses.
• Promote a safe, supportive and home-like environment for residents.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and supervise Memory Care team members.
• Provide ongoing dementia care education and training for staff.
• Ensure team delivers exceptional care, engagement and service.
• Build strong relationships with residents' families and serve as resource and advocate.
• Plan and facilitate family support group meetings.
• Maintain partnerships with Alzheimer's Association and other dementia-care organizations.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with annual budgeting and manage departmental labor and operating expenses.
• Review financial performance and address budget variances.

Skills

Dementia care management

Supervisory experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Quality of life focus

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Memory Care Director

$60,000 - $70,000 + Bonus Opportunity

Position Type: Full-Time, ExemptReports To: Executive Director

Community: American House at Coconut Point

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Memory Care Director to lead our Memory Care program and ensure a person-centered approach to resident care. This leadership role is responsible for programming, team development, resident engagement, family partnerships, regulatory compliance, and overall program excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Resident Care & Programming

• Lead and oversee a comprehensive Memory Care program focused on resident well-being and engagement.
• Design, schedule, and facilitate meaningful activities that meet residents' interests and abilities.
• Collaborate with Life Enrichment, Wellness, and Dining teams to support individualized resident needs.
• Participate in resident assessments, care planning, family conferences, and move-in preparation.
• Monitor changes in resident condition and coordinate appropriate responses.
• Promote a safe, supportive, and home-like environment for residents.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and supervise Memory Care team members.
• Provide ongoing dementia care education and training for staff.
• Ensure team members deliver exceptional care, engagement, and service.

Family & Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with residents' families and serve as a key resource and advocate.
• Plan and facilitate family support group meetings.
• Maintain partnerships with Alzheimer's Association chapters and other dementia-care organizations.

Compliance & Financial Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Assist with annual budgeting and manage departmental labor and operating expenses.
• Review financial performance and develop action plans to address budget variances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of dementia care management experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience required, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and team leadership.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Passion for serving older adults and enhancing quality of life.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and their families.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a growing senior living organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Company Overview

Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.