Memory Care Director: Dementia Programs & Care Team Leader

Discovery Senior Living; Mantua Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Director of Memory Care in Sewell, NJ to lead dementia programs, ensure compassionate resident care, and drive regulatory compliance. You will oversee program development, staff supervision, and family engagement, while aligning care plans with clinical needs.

The role demands strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with wellness teams. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with 1+ year of management in memory care and proficiency in scheduling

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of management experience in dementia/memory care.
• Supervisory experience overseeing CNAs and care staff.
• Knowledge of dementia care regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and coaching skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling systems.
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Memory Care program.
• Design and implement dementia-specific programming, including Life Skills and individualized engagement.
• Partner with Activities and Celebrations teams to deliver meaningful daily experiences.
• Supervise, train, and support care staff, ensuring compassionate and compliant service delivery.
• Lead and coach care managers in best practices for dementia care.
• Facilitate monthly family support groups and serve as a family liaison.
• Collaborate with Health & Wellness to align care plans with clinical needs.
• Monitor compliance with state, local, and federal dementia care regulations; prepare for audits and inspections.
• Manage department budgets, staffing, and performance standards.
• Serve as the community champion for dementia education and awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Electronic care scheduling systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling systems

Job description

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Director of Memory Care in Sewell, NJ to lead dementia programs, ensure compassionate resident care, and drive regulatory compliance. You will oversee program development, staff supervision, and family engagement, while aligning care plans with clinical needs.

The role demands strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with wellness teams. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with 1+ year of management in memory care and proficiency in scheduling