Memory Care Programs Director & Trainer

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Russell (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living in Russell, KY seeks a Memory Care Activities Director to lead Lantern Programming, supervise Resident Assistants, and serve as the dementia care expert in the community.

You will plan meaningful activities for residents with varying cognitive abilities, recruit volunteers, provide dementia care training, manage budgets, and represent Morning Pointe in the local community.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years experience in geriatric and memory care.
• State certification or ability to earn it within one year.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Teaching and training experience preferred.
• Additional certifications in dementia care desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lantern Programming and create appropriate programming for residents with dementia.
• Present interactive memory care training.
• Address residents’ complex dementia behaviors with an interdisciplinary team.
• Plan and conduct monthly caregiver support groups.
• Lead Lantern Program Weekly Review meetings.
• Maintain the department budget and ensure a safe environment.
• Complete resident profile forms and document participation in activities.
• Communicate with residents’ families and responsible parties.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for various activities.
• Maintain involvement in the local community and represent Morning Pointe.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Teaching experience

Memory care knowledge

Dementia care training

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

State certification or ability to earn within one year

Valid driver's license

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Morning Pointe Senior Living in Russell, KY seeks a Memory Care Activities Director to lead Lantern Programming, supervise Resident Assistants, and serve as the dementia care expert in the community.

You will plan meaningful activities for residents with varying cognitive abilities, recruit volunteers, provide dementia care training, manage budgets, and represent Morning Pointe in the local community.