Southern Plantation
Director of Memory Care
Southern Plantation, Phoenix, Arizona, United States,
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This position is responsible for promoting and integrating the mission and philosophy of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. The Memory Care Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Memory Care, overseeing compliance with all community policies and procedures and applicable state regulations. The Memory Care Director will implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge, and Embrace Teamwork.Essential Functions
Conduct interviews, orientation, and ongoing training of Memory Care Team employees in accordance with employee training policy and regulatory guidelines.Coach and counsel departmental employees in accordance with Senior Lifestyle human resources policies.Manage Memory Care employees in partnership with the Health and Wellness director or designee.Promote the company’s Embrace philosophy in all aspects of his/her role to include interactions with residents, families, and staff, and the daily oversight of Memory Care operations in partnership with the Health and Wellness Director.Organize the monthly programming calendar and needed supplies.Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Memory Care resident programs.Lead high-quality innovative programs in Memory Care to include a minimum of 3-5 self-lead programs daily.Implement and monitor programs and processes to promote excellence in programming while maintaining a high level of resident/family/staff satisfaction in a fiscally responsible manner.Adhere to the budget guidelines for the department.Maintain current knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementia topics and participate in Memory Care Department Director training as assigned. Provide education, training, and hands-on support to community staff.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Level of Formal Education:
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s DegreeArea of Study:
Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related fieldYears of Experience:
Mid-level (3-5 years)Type of Experience:
Three to five years of experience working with individuals with Dementia, leading programs, handling complex behavioral issues, and educating staff and families on Alzheimer’s or Dementia-related topics.Special Certifications:
Activities Director Certification, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or other related CertificationsLanguage Skills:
Capable of communicating efficiently and properly.Technical Competencies:
Entry-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.Skills and Ability:
Demonstrate leadership capabilities and interpersonal abilities, change leadership skills, ability to problem solve, and expertise in planning and organizing.Personal Attributes:
Adaptable, compassionate, balanced, flexible, focused, professional, proactive, responsible, results-oriented, and detail-oriented.Other/Preferred:
Demonstrated teaching and training skills. Five or more years of directly related experience.A clean driving record with no more than one violation and/or accident within the past 5 years is required for this position.Benefits Description
Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. Team members may also be eligible to receive a bonus based on their position. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all employees because of our commitment to the health and safety of our residents, their family members, and all of our team members.
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This position is responsible for promoting and integrating the mission and philosophy of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. The Memory Care Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Memory Care, overseeing compliance with all community policies and procedures and applicable state regulations. The Memory Care Director will implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge, and Embrace Teamwork.Essential Functions
Conduct interviews, orientation, and ongoing training of Memory Care Team employees in accordance with employee training policy and regulatory guidelines.Coach and counsel departmental employees in accordance with Senior Lifestyle human resources policies.Manage Memory Care employees in partnership with the Health and Wellness director or designee.Promote the company’s Embrace philosophy in all aspects of his/her role to include interactions with residents, families, and staff, and the daily oversight of Memory Care operations in partnership with the Health and Wellness Director.Organize the monthly programming calendar and needed supplies.Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Memory Care resident programs.Lead high-quality innovative programs in Memory Care to include a minimum of 3-5 self-lead programs daily.Implement and monitor programs and processes to promote excellence in programming while maintaining a high level of resident/family/staff satisfaction in a fiscally responsible manner.Adhere to the budget guidelines for the department.Maintain current knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementia topics and participate in Memory Care Department Director training as assigned. Provide education, training, and hands-on support to community staff.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Level of Formal Education:
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s DegreeArea of Study:
Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related fieldYears of Experience:
Mid-level (3-5 years)Type of Experience:
Three to five years of experience working with individuals with Dementia, leading programs, handling complex behavioral issues, and educating staff and families on Alzheimer’s or Dementia-related topics.Special Certifications:
Activities Director Certification, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or other related CertificationsLanguage Skills:
Capable of communicating efficiently and properly.Technical Competencies:
Entry-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.Skills and Ability:
Demonstrate leadership capabilities and interpersonal abilities, change leadership skills, ability to problem solve, and expertise in planning and organizing.Personal Attributes:
Adaptable, compassionate, balanced, flexible, focused, professional, proactive, responsible, results-oriented, and detail-oriented.Other/Preferred:
Demonstrated teaching and training skills. Five or more years of directly related experience.A clean driving record with no more than one violation and/or accident within the past 5 years is required for this position.Benefits Description
Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. Team members may also be eligible to receive a bonus based on their position. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all employees because of our commitment to the health and safety of our residents, their family members, and all of our team members.
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