Memory Care Program Director

Arbors at Dracut; Dracut (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday

FSA (Health & Dependent Care)

Retirement Account Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Employee Appreciation Programs

Job summary

Arbors/Ivy is seeking a Memory Care Program Director to lead the Reflections Memory Care neighborhood, overseeing daily operations and crafting meaningful programming to maximize residents’ quality of life. This hands-on leader partners with families and guides a compassionate team with accountability and excellence.

You will recruit, train, and supervise activity staff, publish calendars and newsletters, and support occupancy growth through coordinated outreach and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementia/dementia related aging and disability issues.
• Must have 1 year experience working with elders, in home care, assisted living or skilled nursing facility settings
• Must have demonstrated experience by education and/or experience in developing recreational programs
• Must meets Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements as an approved driver

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Reflections community (care, nutrition, cleanliness, staff support, and activities)
• Build strong relationships with residents and families through trust and communication
• Plan and implement engaging programs (spiritual, educational, cognitive, social, wellness, etc.)
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities to increase engagement
• Recruit, train, and supervise activity team members, entertainers, volunteers, and vendors
• Publish monthly activity calendar and newsletter
• Assist with sales/marketing efforts to support community growth and occupancy
• Coordinate community outings and events (includes van outings)

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Program development

Communication

Staff training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Memory Care Program Director (Reflections)

Job Type: Full-Time
Location:

Join the Arbors/Ivyteam where we believe in family-centered aging, integrity, teamwork, and creating a positive workplace where we work hard, laugh often, and support each other.

About the Role

The Memory Care Program Director leads our Reflections Memory Care neighborhood, overseeing daily operations and creating engaging, meaningful programming that maximizes quality of life for residents. This role partners closely with families and leads the team with compassion, accountability, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Reflections community (care, nutrition, cleanliness, staff support, and activities)
• Build strong relationships with residents and families through trust and communication
• Plan and implement engaging programs (spiritual, educational, cognitive, social, wellness, etc.)
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities to increase engagement
• Recruit, train, and supervise activity team members, entertainers, volunteers, and vendors
• Publish monthly activity calendar and newsletter
• Assist with sales/marketing efforts to support community growth and occupancy
• Coordinate community outings and events (includes van outings)

Benefits

• PTO
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday
• FSA (Health & Dependent Care)
• Retirement Account Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Appreciation Programs

If you’re a hands‑on leader who takes ownership, supports your team, and brings energy and compassion to memory care—we’d love to meet you.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementia/dementia related aging and disability issues.
• Must have 1 year experience working with elders, in home care, assisted living or skilled nursing facility settings
• Must have demonstrated experience by education and/or experience in developing recreational programs
• Must meets Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements as an approved driver

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.