Memory Care Director — Lead Compassionate Dementia Care

Complete Care at Westfield; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time shifts

Comprehensive benefits

Daily pay option

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Complete Care at Westfield in Scotch Plains, NJ, seeks a compassionate Memory Care Director (Full Time) to lead staff, manage budgets, and develop a dynamic memory care program for residents living with Alzheimer's and other memory challenges.

You will hire and train memory care staff, coordinate with families and healthcare professionals, drive occupancy growth, and ensure safety and quality through ongoing improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assisted living or skilled nursing.
• Bachelor's degree
• 2 years supervisor experience in memory care or SNF
• Strong problem-solving skills and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to connect with residents, families, and staff effectively.
• Bilingual is a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise memory care staff while ensuring proper staffing and backup coverage at all times.
• Oversee departmental budgeting for on-site services, marketing, and other needs.
• Develop, implement, and continuously update a dynamic memory care program tailored to our residents' needs.
• Represent Complete Care at Westfield positively while building strong connections with potential residents, families, and healthcare professionals to grow community occupancy.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, strategic planning, and environmental safety programs to ensure a secure environment for residents, staff, and guests.
• Review and address incident/accident reports with follow-up improvements.
• Foster open and compassionate communication with residents' families and care teams, keeping them engaged as part of the extended care family.
• Provide education for staff and families about dementia care and best practices.
• Partner closely with activities staff to encourage meaningful resident engagement.
• Plan and direct programs that meet the mental, physical, spiritual, and social needs of residents, including partnerships with local community organizations.
• Participate in ongoing dementia training alongside the care team to ensure the highest level of service.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Program development

Community outreach

Quality improvement

Dementia care

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Complete Care at Westfield in Scotch Plains, NJ, seeks a compassionate Memory Care Director (Full Time) to lead staff, manage budgets, and develop a dynamic memory care program for residents living with Alzheimer's and other memory challenges.

You will hire and train memory care staff, coordinate with families and healthcare professionals, drive occupancy growth, and ensure safety and quality through ongoing improvement initiatives.