Memory Care Program Director - Enrichment & Leadership

Bellevue Operations LLC; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Nashville seeks a Harmony Square Director to oversee day-to-day operations of the dementia-focused Harmony Square neighborhood. You’ll interview, train and supervise staff, and collaborate with clinical and life-enrichment teams to plan engaging programs and outings for residents and families.

You’ll lead a calendar of activities aligned with wellness dimensions, coordinate monthly planning, and ensure compliant, person-centered care plans.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent educations and/or experience; subject to state requirements. Areas of Study: Recreation, activities, geriatrics, and dementia care.
• Three to five years’ experience working with individuals with Dementia including leading programs, managing behavior expression, and educating staff and families on Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
• Special Certificates: Dementia training or Certified Dementia Practitioner preferred or eligible for certification. Must maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Experience supervising and managing staff. Must possess critical thinking skills. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Experience organizing, conducting, and planning programs and activities for seniors with Dementia. Experience with Behavior Expressions redirection and interventions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conducts interviews, orientation, coaching and ongoing training of Harmony Square team members in accordance with associate training standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Supervise and direct Harmony Square team members in conjunction with the Healthcare Director.
• Develops, plans, and implements purposeful resident programs to enrich the lives of residents and families within the community as well as through outside trips and events.
• Partner with Life Enrichment Director to hold Monthly Planning Meetings once a month to prepare for upcoming Monthly Programs and coordinate supplies.
• Partner and coordinate with entire program team to complete planning form, organize supplies, plan the calendars, events, and outings for the upcoming month.
• Develops, plans, and implements a monthly program of activities and supplies based on the dimensions of wellness, Reflections signature programs and person-centered interests for Harmony Square.
• Lead 3-4 high quality, innovative programs per day.
• Plan and schedule weekly outings.
• Continuous assessment of resident needs in partnership with community clinical team, with updates to Healthcare Director and Executive Director as it relates to care and changes in resident condition.
• Participates in Resident/Family Care Conferences and Family Call Program as directed by the Executive Director.
• Develop relationships and connections with residents and families to encourage participation in programs and events and to promote a high level of resident and family satisfaction.
• Maintain a stimulating environment that promotes safety, security, and overall well‑being in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Complete state required care plans and service plans for Harmony Square residents in conjunction with the Healthcare Director.
• Partner with Alzheimer’s Association and other local organizations to schedule, organize and participate in Support Group meetings monthly.

Job description

Harmony Senior Services in Nashville seeks a Harmony Square Director to oversee day-to-day operations of the dementia-focused Harmony Square neighborhood. You’ll interview, train and supervise staff, and collaborate with clinical and life-enrichment teams to plan engaging programs and outings for residents and families.

You’ll lead a calendar of activities aligned with wellness dimensions, coordinate monthly planning, and ensure compliant, person-centered care plans.