Memory Care Director

Oakmont Senior Living; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay,/Hol?

Complimentary Meals

Company Paid Life Insurance

Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Recognition Programs

Student Loan Refinancing

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus Opportunities

Emergency Financial Assistance

Job summary

Oakmont Management Group in Irvine, California, seeks a Memory Care Director to lead the Traditions memory care neighborhood with a Whole living approach, maximizing resident independence and dignity.

The role oversees dementia care services, activities, and dining, partnering with culinary and health services to develop personalized care plans and ensure high-quality service that meets residents' plans and family expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Prefer 2 years of experience with persons with dementia.
• Prefer 1 year of supervisory/managerial experience.
• BA/BS in Gerontology, psychology, sociology, or related field or 3+ years in social services or residential care.
• Residential Care Facility for the Elderly administrator license may be required.
• Hold or able to obtain one or more certifications related to Dementia care; such as CDP, CAC, CAE, CDCM, or equivalents.
• Able to obtain and maintain valid first aid and CPR certification and Food Handler’s certification.
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including TB Tests.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all team members, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Understands and ensures compliance with all state (Title 22) regulations concerning the memory care department.
• Maintains recruiting of all memory care positions. Conducts interviews, hires, onboards, trains, motivates, and retains team members.
• Coordinates departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures, and the needs of the residents.
• Communicates effectively and displays tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Supports resident participation in activities. Ensures an engaging and dynamic activities program is executed daily.
• Supports resident participation in dining and collaborates with the Culinary team to ensure resident nutrition needs are met and the quality of the culinary experience remains positive.
• Provides input to Health Services Director regarding Memory Care resident pre-admission assessments and reassessments.
• Assists the Health Services Director in coordinating incidental medical, dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care for residents and arrange resident escorts as needed.
• Partners with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses, and state agencies on the care needs of residents as needed.

Skills

Dementia care

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Resident engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Gerontology or related field

Job description

Memory Care Director

We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values: Authenticity * Teamwork * Compassion * Commitment * Resilience.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Ivy Park at San Ramon is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence.

With communities across California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada, opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance

Pay Range: $87K-$95K

The Memory Care Director at Oakmont leads a 'Whole living' approach to dementia care in their community, ensuring maximized independence by creating an engaging and dignified environment that enhances the residents' ability to be themselves and live their most fulfilling life.

The Memory Care Director is responsible for general oversight of all aspects of the Traditions (Memory Care) neighborhood in their community, ensuring that the delivery of dementia care services including the delivery of care, delivery of activities, and delivery of culinary, exceed the resident and family expectations and meet the required services outlined in the residents' service plan. The memory care director offers dementia expertise and dementia care resources in collaboration with community leaders in culinary, activities, and health services to develop and execute a personalized care plan to best maintain the overall health and well-being of the residents.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all team members, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Understands and ensures compliance with all state (Title 22) regulations concerning the memory care department.
• Maintains recruiting of all memory care positions. Conducts interviews, hires, onboards, trains, motivates, and retains team members.
• Coordinates departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures, and the needs of the residents.
• Communicates effectively and displays tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Supports resident participation in activities. Ensures an engaging and dynamic activities program is executed daily.
• Supports resident participation in dining and collaborates with the Culinary team to ensure resident nutrition needs are met and the quality of the culinary experience remains positive.
• Provides input to Health Services Director regarding Memory Care resident pre-admission assessments and reassessments.
• Assists the Health Services Director in coordinating incidental medical, dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care for residents and arrange resident escorts as needed.
• Partners with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses, and state agencies on the care needs of residents as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age
• Prefer two (2) years of experience working with persons with dementia
• Prefer one (1) year of experience supervising and managing employees
• Preferred BA/S in Gerontology, psychology, sociology, or related field or at least 3 years working in social services, residential care, psychiatric facility, or related setting.
• A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly administrators’ license may be required.
• Hold or able to obtain one or more certifications related to Dementia care; such as Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Alzheimer’s Caregiver (CAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Educator (CAE), Certified Dementia Care Manager (CDCM), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional and/or other equivalents.
• Able to obtain and maintain valid first aid and CPR certification
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s certification
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.
• For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines.

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. OMG serves thousands of seniors across communities in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. At OMG, we strive to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life, and our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.

Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.