Memory Care Life Enrichment Director

National Church Residences; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

National Church Residences is seeking a Life Enrichment Leader Memory Care for a full-time role, with every other weekend work and Monday off after a weekend. You will plan, schedule, and lead engaging activities for memory care residents, assess needs, and coordinate communications and documentation.

The position requires 3–5 years of experience with the elderly, 1 year of management, and certification in activities programs. Proficiency in Windows and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Education: Completed high school education or equivalent.
• Certification: Activities Certification as required by state compliance.
• Experience: 3–5 years working with the elderly; at least 1 year of management.
• Knowledge: Alzheimer’s/dementia experience preferred.
• English: Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Computer: Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and develop life enrichment activities for residents.
• Assess residents for appropriate activities for group, independent and one-to-one.
• Submit assessments and required paperwork for MDS in a timely manner.
• Lead activities on scheduled work days.
• Create and maintain monthly and daily activities calendars.
• Contribute to facility newsletter and other communications.
• May oversee payroll submission, HR, A/P, A/R, and billing procedures.
• May manage the departmental budget.
• Help supervise Life Enrichment Assistants and volunteers.
• Attend facility meetings, QI and training.
• Participate in on-call weekend manager programs.

Skills

Windows

Microsoft Office

World Wide Web

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Activities Certification

2+ years working with elderly (conceptual)

Management experience (1+ year)

Tools

None

Job description

National Church Residences is seeking a Life Enrichment Leader Memory Care for a full-time role, with every other weekend work and Monday off after a weekend. You will plan, schedule, and lead engaging activities for memory care residents, assess needs, and coordinate communications and documentation.

The position requires 3–5 years of experience with the elderly, 1 year of management, and certification in activities programs. Proficiency in Windows and MS Office is expected.