Memory Care Program Director — Lead Dementia Programs

Genesiscareers; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation

Tuition discounts

Travel discounts

Wireless service discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Foundation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

On-Demand Pay Program

Pet Insurance

Term and Whole Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Personal Accident

Critical Illness

Cancer Coverage

Job summary

Genesiscareers in Ridgewood, NJ is seeking a Dementia Program Director to lead and coordinate a comprehensive dementia program for residents. You will assess residents, design engaging activities, supervise staff, and oversee budget while partnering with families to support care.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, or gerontology, with several years of dementia experience and supervisory background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology, or related field preferred.
• Three years of direct dementia experience required.
• Two years of supervisory experience in healthcare required.
• Recommended state licensure and state requirements must be met.
• Clinical knowledge of dementia care, leadership abilities, and marketing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a dementia program addressing physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.
• Assess residents, create programming to maximize abilities and provide contentment and positive self-esteem; conduct quality improvement evaluations.
• Engage external resources to supplement activity programs.
• Directly and indirectly supervise all staff assigned to the Dementia Program unit.
• Own the financial performance and budget of the Dementia Program unit.
• Educate families through support groups and family council.

Job description

Genesiscareers in Ridgewood, NJ is seeking a Dementia Program Director to lead and coordinate a comprehensive dementia program for residents. You will assess residents, design engaging activities, supervise staff, and oversee budget while partnering with families to support care.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, or gerontology, with several years of dementia experience and supervisory background.