Memory Care Enrichment Specialist

Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Short-term & Long-term disability &/or

Job summary

Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea is seeking an Enrichment Leader to plan, organize and implement specialized activities for residents with dementia, including small groups and tailored memory enrichment curricula.

As a valued member of our Memory Programs team, you will receive ongoing training, contribute to evidence-based activities, and have opportunities for growth into coordinator roles, with a schedule that includes Sundays through Thursdays.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree with coursework in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Psychology or a related field of study.
• Minimum of 6 months leading Group activities with a special needs population.
• Ability to work the defined schedule which may include weekends.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Professional, pleasant and team oriented attitude.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community.

Responsibilities

• Leading and teaching small groups of cognitively impaired seniors in award-winning Whole Brain Fitness programs.
• Preparing materials and conducting relevant research to confidently lead engaging memory enrichment activities.
• Assisting with Cognitive Assessments, tracking and trending resident participation and maintaining required documentation.

Skills

Group activities leadership

Memory care programming

English communication

Education

Associates Degree in Recreation Therapy / Social Work / Psychology

Job description

Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea is seeking an Enrichment Leader to plan, organize and implement specialized activities for residents with dementia, including small groups and tailored memory enrichment curricula.

As a valued member of our Memory Programs team, you will receive ongoing training, contribute to evidence-based activities, and have opportunities for growth into coordinator roles, with a schedule that includes Sundays through Thursdays.