Memory Care Partner | Dementia Caregiver & Activities

Full Bloom Memory Care; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid hands-on training in memory care

Mentorship and professional growth

Career advancement opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

Full Bloom Memory Care is seeking a Memory Care Partner to provide activity-based dementia care and supportive caregiving. You will tailor each day to clients' personalities, lead engaging activities, and accompany residents to senior centers and community outings.

We value compassion, relationship-building, and promoting independence. The role offers consistent full-time schedules and opportunities for mentorship and professional development in a memory-care-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in dementia care, caregiving, education, behavioral health, recreation, or a related field preferred; professional or family experience welcome.
• Reliable availability for a consistent weekly schedule, such as Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday.
• Availability to work one recurring weekend day.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a background check and verify eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Eligibility to register with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Health Care Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Leading activities such as games, puzzles, music, baking, gardening, and crafts
• Encouraging movement through walks and healthy daily routines
• Accompanying clients to senior centers, parks, and community outings
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting independence while assisting with daily routines and personal care as needed
• Building relationships with clients and families
• Communicating with our dementia care team to support continuity of care

Skills

Dementia care

Caregiving

Education

Behavioral health

Recreation

Community outreach

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Caregiving-Done Differently

Memory Care Partner | Full Bloom Memory Care®

At Full Bloom Memory Care®, we specialize exclusively in supporting older adults living with dementia and memory loss through compassionate, person-centered care.

Our philosophy is simple: people living with dementia deserve meaningful days filled with purpose, connection, dignity, and joy.

This caregiver role emphasizes activity-based dementia care. Along with providing supportive caregiving and personal care as needed, you'll help clients stay active, engaged, and connected through conversation, creative activities, and community outings.

If you enjoy building relationships, encouraging independence, and helping someone enjoy their day, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Memory Care Partner, you'll tailor each day to your client's personality, interests, and abilities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading activities such as games, puzzles, music, baking, gardening, and crafts
• Encouraging movement through walks and healthy daily routines
• Accompanying clients to senior centers, parks, and community outings
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting independence while assisting with daily routines and personal care as needed
• Building relationships with clients and families
• Communicating with our dementia care team to support continuity of care

Engagement is a central part of this position. You should feel comfortable initiating activities, encouraging participation, and adapting your approach to each client's needs.

Who Thrives in This Role

The best Memory Care Partners are patient, dependable caregivers who also enjoy connecting with others. They naturally enjoy:

• Building meaningful relationships and keeping conversations going
• Finding creative ways to engage others
• Encouraging participation and independence
• Staying active throughout the workday
• Remaining positive, patient, and adaptable
• Helping people feel confident, included, and successful

We welcome both traditional caregivers and applicants with experience in:

• Memory care, home care, or senior living
• Social work, psychology, or human services
• Behavioral health, autism support, or behavioral intervention
• Education, early childhood care, or youth development
• Recreation, enrichment programs, or community outreach
• Theater, improv, music, or creative arts

Professional and family caregiving experience are welcome.

Why Join Full Bloom?

You'll receive specialized dementia care training, ongoing mentorship, and support in responding compassionately to behaviors and creating engaging experiences.

We also take time to understand your personality, interests, and strengths so we can thoughtfully match you with clients where meaningful relationships can develop.

We believe great care starts with supporting great caregivers.

What We Offer

• $25.00/hour+ for experienced Memory Care Partners
• Consistent full-time schedules with 8–12 hour shifts
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid hands-on training in memory care and behavioral techniques ($16.60/hour training rate)
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Recognition programs celebrating our Memory Care Partners

Requirements

• Six months of experience in dementia care, caregiving, education, behavioral health, recreation, or a related field preferred; professional or family experience welcome
• Reliable availability for a consistent weekly schedule, such as Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday
• Availability to work one recurring weekend day
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check and verify eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Eligibility to register with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Health Care Worker Registry

Helpful Qualifications

• Training in Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care® (PAC)
• Experience leading activities, enrichment programs, or community outings
• An interest in deepening your dementia care skills and growing with Full Bloom

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Bring your compassion and creativity to a role where you can help someone living with dementia experience joy, confidence, and belonging.