Memory Care Program Manager

Brookdale; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Brookdale West Melbourne is seeking a Memory Care Program Manager to lead our Clare Bridge dementia care program and guide a team of caregivers. You will design meaningful, person-centered experiences that enhance residents’ quality of life and mentor staff to deliver compassionate care.

You will collaborate with the leadership team to train, schedule, and implement dementia-focused programming and engagement activities for residents and families, ensuring excellence and consistency in care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in gerontology, therapeutic recreation or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of management and direct supervision experience.
• Experience with residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in a residential setting required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full implementation of resident and family engagement’s dementia care program and coach caregivers.
• Lead dementia training, move-in/move-out processes, hiring, and education on dementia care.
• Plan and coordinate a calendar of dementia-friendly programs tailored to each resident’s needs.

Skills

Leadership

Memory care

Team coaching

Program management

Dementia care

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Brookdale West Melbourne is looking for a Memory Care Program Manager with previous experience.

Create meaningful moments. Lead with purpose. Make a difference every day.

As a Clare Bridge Program Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing our dementia care program to life - leading engaging, person-centered experiences that enhance quality of life for residents while guiding and supporting a team of caregivers.

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll design and oversee meaningful programs rooted in each resident’s unique story, preferences, and abilities. You’ll also coach and collaborate with your team to ensure care and programming are delivered with compassion, consistency, and excellence.

If you’re passionate about dementia care, enjoy leading others, and want to make a lasting impact in the lives of residents and families.

Join us and help create a community where every moment matters.

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Clare Bridge Program Managers have opportunities for advancement by exploring a new career in positions such as Medication Technicians, Business Office Coordinators and even Sales Managers.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part And Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

• You will oversee full implementation of resident and family engagement’s overall dementia care program as well as directly providing coaching and leadership of associates who are caregivers within the community. This includes providing oversight to ensure Care Associates deliver person centered programming, dining, and care.
• Collaborate with leadership team providing dementia training, preadmission/move-in/move out process of residents, hiring, and education of associates regarding dementia care including how to lead programs and interventions for behavioral expression. You will plan and directly coordinate a calendar of dementia friendly programs that meet the specific needs of each and all residents within the dementia care community.
• A Bachelor’s Degree such as gerontology, therapeutic recreation or related field with a minimum of three years of management and direct supervision experience preferred. Experience with residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in a residential setting is required.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

About Us

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all‑around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.