Memory Care Director

Talentify; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & Wellness coverage

Holiday pay and PTO

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship and preceptors

Job summary

Coventry Meadows Assisted Living in Indiana is seeking a Memory Care Director to lead the Memory Care Center's programs and standards, ensuring a person-centered approach for residents with dementia.

The role partners with interdisciplinary teams, families and regulatory agencies to drive excellence in care, staff training, and quality outcomes. A background in social services and geriatric advocacy is preferred, with a passion for senior care.

Qualifications

• Three years human services experience.
• Two years dementia or related diagnoses experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services preferred.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and senior care excellence.
• Experience in social services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement memory care programs and center philosophy.
• Lead staff education on Alzheimer’s process and person-centered care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies.
• Support residents and families with compassionate engagement.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Human services knowledge

Dementia care

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Human services degree preferred

Job description

Memory Care Director Opportunity at Coventry Meadows Assisted Living

The Memory Care Director manages and implements the programs, philosophies and standards for the Memory Care Center.

Skills Needed:

• Clinical and Human Services knowledge: Understanding social work principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions. Strong understanding of Person-Centered Approach to resident care. Experience and knowledge of dementia related behaviors, strategies and best practices.
• Training: Train, observe and redirect staff through initial education and one-on-one education of the Alzheimer disease process.
• Interpersonal Communication: Empathetic engagement with residents and families. Clear, effective communication with interdisciplinary teams. Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Supportive Presence: Creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents.
• Collaboration: Works with and promotes collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations including government regulatory agencies.
• Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.

Requirements:

• Three years human services experience.
• Two years of experience working with persons with dementia or dementia related diagnoses.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field preferred.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Previous social services experience preferred.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff. Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence

Benefits and perks include:

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

*Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About our Senior Living Division

Our Senior Living Division offers team members the opportunity to advance their career while working in a fast paced and rewarding environment. We take pride in offering our residents more than just a place to rest their head. As a member of the Senior Living division, you will have the opportunity to use your skills to enhance the lifestyles of our residents and help them explore their passions. Our whole-person centered care focuses on nurturing the physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well-being of our residents. The hands-on experience you will gain allows you the opportunity to create meaningful relationships with your team and our residents.

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