Senior Living Memory Care Program Director

Merrill Gardens, LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid EAP

Job summary

Merrill Gardens, LLC is seeking a Senior Living Memory Care Program Director for our facility in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. This role is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors through tailored wellness programs and engaging activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in dementia care and strong leadership abilities, ensuring a dignified and personalized experience for all residents. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have two years’ experience in Dementia care.
• Senior living experience preferred.
• Must meet background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain records.
• Coordinate daily activities and events for residents.
• Provide leadership in Garden House activities.

Skills

Dementia care experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Senior Living Memory Care Program Director

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is currently accepting applications for Senior Living Memory Care Program Director to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Benefits for Part-Time Employees

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Responsibilities

• Operational Performance

• Ensures regulatory compliance.

• Maintains records and documentation per policy.

• Assists RCD/GHD in training all Garden House Team Members.

• Assists RCD/GHD in communicating with families regarding residents engagement.

• Assists with evaluation of incoming residents and periodic re-evaluation to assure that interests are identified and activity needs are met.

• With GM and GHD coordinates daily activity routine of the Garden House, including any specialized activities.

• With ALPD, works on coordinating some activities/events all AL/IL and GH residents can be included in.

• Plans, coordinates and participates in a variety of dementia appropriate activities, social events and outings for residents according to engagement program standards.

• Orders supplies, schedules, and sets up all activities in the Garden House.

• Provides GM and GHD with daily status reports on all Garden House residents.

• Assists GHD with ensuring that the neighborhood is clean, orderly and secure in all common and activity areas.

• While working closely with the Garden House Team, the Program Director may provide assistance with housekeeping, laundry, meals, as appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Resident Satisfaction

• Provides leadership in creating and maintaining the highest standards of Garden House activities.

• Meets with residents and families regularly as directed.

• Ensures that residents’ activity needs are being met with attention to individuality & dignity while maintaining an optimal level of functional ability in a professional and safe manner.

• Ensures that the Garden House team is fully trained in the Inspire Connection activity program.

• Acknowledge residents’ special days (i.e., anniversaries and birthdays). Arrange and coordinate diverse holiday celebrations.

• Track resident activity participation and adjust calendar events accordingly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent. (Must be at least 18 years of age.)

• Two years’ experience in Dementia care.

• Senior living experience preferred.

• Must meet all requirements of background checks and requirements needed.

Physical Requirements

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer