Memory Care Program Coordinator

The Regional Municipality of Durham; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking a Program Coordinator for dementia care. This role focuses on creating engaging and person-centered programs tailored to enhance the residents' quality of life. You will collaborate with residents, families, and staff to ensure program success and compliance with care standards. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in program design for dementia care is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging programs for residents in dementia care.
• Collaborate with families on care resources.
• Supervise staff and manage program budgets.

Skills

Program Development

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Description

Job Summary

In alignment with Brookdale's Resident and Family Engagement philosophy, this role involves planning, coordinating, and facilitating a calendar of person-centered dementia-friendly programs tailored to meet the specific needs of residents within the dementia care community. The goal is to provide meaningful and purposeful programs that enhance residents' quality of life, recognizing individual abilities and needs while encouraging independence and honoring residents' habits, routines, interests, and preferences.

Essential Functions

1. Designs a 7-day-a-week person-centered program that is engaging, creative, and meets the needs and interests of residents.
2. Promotes and engages residents in the 7 domains of well-being through structured programs, including sensory-focused small group activities.
3. Develops a monthly calendar in partnership with residents, based on their shared interests, and ensures scheduled special events and daily programs are executed as planned.
4. Ensures compliance with Brookdale standards, regulations, and policies in dementia care programs.
5. Collaborates with community leadership to educate and provide resources to families and staff about Alzheimer's and other dementias, including facilitating in-services and training sessions.
6. May supervise Clare Bridge Program Assistants, including hiring, coaching, and performance evaluations.
7. Participates in planning, decorating, and executing special events, including holidays and educational programs.
8. Monitors residents' health and behavior, reporting changes and collaborating on interventions.
9. Oversees social media content to ensure alignment with Brookdale's culture and standards.
10. Plans and schedules external programming, including driving community vehicles if needed.
11. Manages departmental budget and expenses, and may oversee volunteer programs.
12. Performs personal care, housekeeping, and dietary responsibilities as needed, in accordance with program standards and state regulations.

This description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not exhaustive. All duties are performed under supervision as assigned.

Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024 and 2025. Opportunities for career growth are available within the program and broader organization.

Join us to grow your career, develop professionally, and enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Application deadline is approximately 30 days from posting date.