Regional Memory Care Specialist

Jobtailor; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dynamic Traditions Director to lead community programming across our portfolio in California. This role requires travel up to 100% and demands strong leadership, budgeting, and HR/hiring skills.

You will mentor teams, develop policies, coordinate events, and ensure compliance with dementia care standards. Excellent communication and independent work ethic are essential, with proven experience in gerontology or related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Minimum 2 years as Traditions Director or equivalent.
• Experience with dementia care and leadership roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BA/BS in gerontology, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Public speaking ability.
• Ability to obtain RCFE Administrator Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support communities across the portfolio; frequent travel required.
• Travel up to 100% of the time within the portfolio.
• Conduct Traditions Program Audits and timely follow-up.
• Ensure adherence to Oakmont Traditions policies and procedures.
• Participate in policy and procedure development as a team member.
• Assist in new development/openings of communities, including hiring and training.
• Contribute to development of programming standards and systems for Traditions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

HR/Hiring

Event planning

Team training

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

BA/BS in gerontology, psychology, social work, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support communities across the portfolio and requires frequent travel.
• Candidates must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time within the portfolio.
• Conduct assigned Traditions Program Audits and follow-up in a timely manner.
• Ensure all Oakmont Traditions policies and procedures are adhered to in all assigned communities.
• Participate in policy and procedure development as part of a collaborative team as assigned.
• Assist in new development/openings of communities as assigned, including but not limited to, team hiring, team training and development, program set up, VIP and Grand Opening participation, department set up, and all other areas related to programming in new development.
• Participate in the development of Oakmont Programming standards and policies as well as any additional projects related to the development of systems for Traditions.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Min. 2 years as a Traditions Director or equivalent in a similar field.
• Prior experience must include at least 2 years working with persons with dementia and 1 year in a management/leadership role.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• BA/S in gerontology, psychology, social work, or related field, or 4 years experience working in a social services, residential care, psychiatric facility, or related setting.
• Ability to speak at public events.
• Must meet the CA DDS minimum qualifications of a dementia trainer.
• Must have or be willing to obtain RCFE Administrator Certification.
• Pass a DOJ Criminal Background Check.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation.
• Must exhibit outstanding leadership and communication skills.
• Able to adapt and respond to change, criticism, and stressful situations in a positive manner.
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Be able to make decisions, prioritize tasks and projects, and maintain excellent time management skills.
• Must exhibit clear knowledge and understanding of budgeting, programming cost, labor, scheduling, and HR/hiring.
• Experience training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Strong ability to organize and execute events.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all persons involved in each assignment.
• Exhibit clear understanding and use of all current Oakmont Programs Standards, procedures, and policies.
• Maintain an energetic, flexible, and positive demeanor and be capable of managing diverse personalities.
• Utilize necessary computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other online applications.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing Traditions Programs, including auditing, policy development, and community programming. Possesses strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills essential for training and mentoring teams in residential care settings.