Rise Coordinator

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills; Edgemont (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills is seeking a Rise Coordinator to join our Memory Care team. The Rise Program Coordinator reports to the Program and Outreach Coordinator and will lead dementia-informed programming and engagement for residents.

Responsibilities include developing a vibrant activity calendar, coordinating across neighborhoods, and maintaining documentation and family communications to build trust and partnership with families.

Qualifications

• Experience in Memory Care, dementia care, or senior living engagement.
• Understanding of person-centered, dementia-informed programming.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and lead engagement efforts.
• Passion for meaningful programming and quality of life for residents with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and facilitate a Memory Care activity calendar aligned with RISE standards.
• Ensure consistent engagement elements and daily engagement activities.
• Lead engagement programs and coordinate across neighborhoods within the building.
• Support family communication and education about Memory Care programming.

Skills

Memory Care experience

Person-centered care

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Recreation Therapy coursework

Social Work / Gerontology coursework

Job description

Description

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills is Seeking a Rise Coordinator to join their team!

The Rise Program Coordinator reports directly to the Program and Outreach Coordinator.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

RISE Program Development & Facilitation

• Develop, maintain, and facilitate a vibrant and comprehensive Memory Care activity calendar in alignment with RISE Standards and Pillars
• Ensure consistent implementation of RISE engagement elements, including but not limited to:
• RISE Daily Flow
• Cognition Ignition
• The Grandbaby Project
• Activity Boxes
• Life Stations
• Sensory Rooms and Sensory-Based Programming
• Serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator of daily engagement and activities within the Pearl community

Resident Engagement & Cognitive Support

• Design and lead programs that maximize cognitive support, emotional connection, sensory engagement, and purposeful involvement
• Adapt engagement approaches to meet residents at their level of ability, honoring dignity, autonomy, and individual life stories
• Monitor resident participation and engagement trends to ensure program effectiveness and responsiveness

Collaboration & Operations

• Work directly with the Program & Outreach Director to:
• Coordinate engagement efforts across all neighborhoods within one building
• Assist with supply accrual, inventory management, and budget awareness
• Align Memory Care programming with broader community initiatives and calendars
• Represent the Pearl environment and Memory Care programming at daily stand-up meetings
• Maintain organized documentation, calendars, and program records as required

Family Communication & Partnership

• Support family communication related to Memory Care programming and engagement initiatives
• Assist with education and transparency around the RISE program to build trust and partnership with families
• Participate in family events or meetings as needed to represent Memory Care engagement efforts

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Experience working in Memory Care, dementia care, or senior living engagement
• Demonstrated understanding of person-centered, dementia-informed programming
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and lead engagement efforts with confidence
• Passion for purposeful programming and quality of life for residents living with dementia

Preferred

• Degree or coursework in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or related field
• Previous experience facilitating structured Memory Care programs
• Familiarity with sensory-based programming and cognitive engagement strategies

Core Competencies

• Dementia-informed engagement
• Creativity and adaptability
• Leadership and team collaboration
• Emotional intelligence and empathy
• Time management and organization
• Clear verbal and written communication