Regional Memory Care Specialist - Northern CA

Oakmont Senior Living; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holi

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Meals

Team Member Discount Program

Recognition Programs

Student Loan Refinancing

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Oakmont Senior Living is seeking a Regional Memory Care Specialist to support communities across our portfolio in Northern California. This role emphasizes leadership in memory care services, regulatory compliance, and program development, with extensive travel requirements.

Ideal candidates bring dementia care and senior living leadership experience, a relevant degree, and the ability to train, coach, and audit programs while maintaining Oakmont standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as Traditions Director or equivalent in a similar field.
• Experience with dementia care (2+ years) and 1 year in a management role.
• BA/BS in gerontology, psychology, social work, or related field, or 4 years in social services settings.
• Must meet CA DDS dementia trainer qualifications.
• Must be willing to obtain RCFE Administrator Certification.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel up to 100% within portfolio.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to speak at public events.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and onboarding of new Directors.
• Assist in retraining and coaching Traditions Directors as determined by leadership.
• Conduct Traditions Program Audits and follow-up.
• Ensure Oakmont Traditions policies and procedures are followed across communities.
• Participate in policy and procedure development as part of a team.
• Assist in new development/openings of communities including staffing and training.
• Develop Oakmont Programming standards and related systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

Time management

Staff development

Coaching

Budgeting

HR/hiring

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in gerontology/psychology/social work or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

CA DDS dementia trainer qualification

RCFE Administrator Certification (willing to obtain)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Regional Memory Care Specialist

The ideal candidate will reside in Northern California.

Senior Living experience required!

This role will support our communities across the portfolio and requires frequent travel.
Candidates must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time within our portfolio. Travel assignments may be for extended periods and can change often, so flexibility and availability are essential.

Salary Range: $75,000 -$85,000

The Regional Memory Care Specialist will work closely with the Communities' Traditions Directors and Executive Directors in maintaining standards, policies, and procedures related to Memory Care. The Regional Traditions Specialist is responsible for supporting the Memory Care and Health Services programs including regulatory compliance and adherence to Oakmont standards. The Regional Traditions Specialist will be responsible for all resident care, activity programming, and staffing of Memory Care services throughout the community, which includes early memory loss and middle to late-stage memory loss programs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in recruiting and on-boarding of new Directors. This may include working with new Traditions Directors in their community until they are fully functional in their position’s responsibilities.
• As assigned, assist in re-training and coaching of Traditions Director as determined by the Regional Memory Care Director in conjunction with the Executive Director and other regional and corporate team members.
• Conduct assigned Traditions Program Audits and follow-up in a timely manner, following all guidelines and standards.
• Ensure that all Oakmont Traditions policies and procedures are being adhered to in all assigned communities.
• Participate in policy and procedure development as part of a collaborative team as assigned by the Regional Memory Care Director.
• As needed, 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 areas 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.

Qualifications and Education 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.
• Oakmont Management Group is committed to protecting our team members and residents from COVID-19. All new team members must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or valid exemption due to Qualifying Medical Reasons or Religious Beliefs, subject to legal requirements.

With communities across California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada, opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Discounted Meals
• Team Member Discount Program
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. OMG serves thousands of seniors across communities in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. At OMG, we strive to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life, and our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.

Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.