Memory Care Program Director

Genesis HealthCare; Ridgewood (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Genesiscareers in Ridgewood, NJ seeks a Dementia Program Director to lead a comprehensive program addressing the residents' physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.

The role develops individualized programming, supervises staff, and manages the program budget while coordinating external resources and family education efforts. A degree in a related field plus dementia care experience and supervision are required.

Qualifications

• Three years of direct experience with dementia, patients who have dementia, and/or their families and caregivers.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a health care setting.
• Recommended state licensure and state requirements for this position must be met.
• Clinical knowledge of dementia care and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a dementia program addressing physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.
• Assess patients and create programming to maximize abilities and well-being; perform quality improvements.
• Engage external resources to enhance activity programs (entertainment, intergenerational activities).
• Supervise all staff assigned to the Dementia Program unit, directly or indirectly.
• Responsible for the financial performance and budget of the Dementia Program unit.
• Educate families through support groups and other methods.

Skills

Dementia care knowledge

Leadership abilities

Marketing skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology or related field

Job description

Overview

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Dementia Program Director develops and maintains a program that encompasses dementia patients' physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.

• Assess each patient and develop programming that maximizes their abilities and provides contentment, enjoyment, and positive self-esteem. Perform ongoing quality improvement evaluations.
• Engage outside resources to complement activity programs (e.g., entertainment, intergenerational programming, etc.).
• Directly and indirectly supervise all staff assigned to the Dementia Program unit.
• Responsible for the financial performance and budget of the Dementia Program unit.
• Educate families through support groups, family council, and other methods

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology, or another related field is preferred.
• Three years of direct experience with dementia, patients who have dementia, and/or their families and caregivers is required.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a health care setting is required.
• Recommended state licensure and state requirements for this position must be met.
• Clinical knowledge of dementia care, leadership abilities, and marketing skills are required.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members

• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.