Memory Care Programs Director

Hcshiring; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo seeks an experienced Director of Activities to oversee the memory care neighborhood, manage daily operations and lead the activities team in offering a seven-days-a-week program for residents.

The role includes coordinating wellness conferences, maintaining Caremerge records, posting schedules, and driving the community vehicle while fostering engagement through diverse cultural, spiritual, physical, social, and intellectual activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited college or two years of college in recreation or related field, or two years of full-time experience in recreation for senior adults.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic typing skills and computer knowledge including MS Word.

Responsibilities

• Provides outstanding services to residents, families, responsible persons, and visitors.
• Communicates effectively with team members, families, and residents via Caremerge and other mechanisms.
• Prepares a Schedule of Activities one month in advance and updates as needed.
• Drives the community vehicle.
• Maintains resident birthday list and mails birthday cards.
• Collaborates with Wellness Director regarding resident care needs and clinical changes.
• Organizes wellness conferences for Valeo residents quarterly with team members and other department heads.
• Posts the current monthly and daily Schedule of Activities in public areas and shares with managers.
• Interviews and hires potential new team members using the Valeo Hiring Guide.
• Creates and maintains staffing schedules at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Ensures coverage of all staffing needs on each shift and coordinates additional coverage when needed.
• Ensures programs are executed according to the programming calendar.
• Provides dementia and Valeo training to all community team members.
• Follows all emergency procedures and safety policies.
• Promotes a positive atmosphere for Residents with engaging activities.
• Manages team members and volunteers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree or two years of college in recreation or related field

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Valeo seeks an experienced Director of Activities to oversee the memory care neighborhood, manage daily operations and lead the activities team in offering a seven-days-a-week program for residents.

The role includes coordinating wellness conferences, maintaining Caremerge records, posting schedules, and driving the community vehicle while fostering engagement through diverse cultural, spiritual, physical, social, and intellectual activities.