What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Director - LPN position at Cogir of Tigard?
People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!
What to expect...
Cogir Senior Living is hiring an experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate Memory Care Director - LPN for our premier, brand-new retirement community, Cogir of Tigard.
Our Revere Memory Care Director is responsible for the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of resident care services for the community's Memory Care neighborhood. They train and supervise all memory care staff while supporting the care plan execution and maintaining communication with residents' families. The Memory Care director will support the Lifestyle team with the ongoing programming of activities designed to meet each resident's interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being under the comprehensive assessment.
What Cogir has to offer you?
- Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
- An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
- Optional same-say pay.
- Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
- 401K plan with company match
- Paid Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
- Free meals at work and more!
What will you do as a Memory Care Director?
- Provide training and orientation to all Care Partners, Medication Care Partners, and the Resident Lifestyle Coordinator, coaching them on the culture and standards of Cogir Revere Memory Care.
- Assist in recruiting, supervising, and scheduling the care staff according to the company's policies, procedures, and standards.
- Maintain medication program under the oversight of the Health and Wellness Director.
- Assist in performing assessments and reassessments of residents according to policies.
- Act as the contact for non-clinical issues related to resident care in Memory Care.
- Maintain a high degree of resident satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality services.
- Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
- In collaboration with the Lifestyles team, support the Cadence Signature Lifestyle programming and engagement of residents in Revere Memory Care.
- Support resident distressed behavior through validation, care plan non-pharmacologic prevention and timely intervention.
- Provide emotional support and education to families experiencing dementia.
- Understand the community's care regulations along with state-specific regulations.
- Assist with residents' daily living activities as needed.
- Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, following company, Federal, State, and local requirements.
If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:
- A degree in gerontology, nursing, social work, or a related field is preferred.
- A current nursing license LPN/LVN is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of dementia experience in a supervisory role is required.
- 3-5 years of experience in assisted living and memory care is preferred.
- CDP certification is preferred, equivalent to experience and formal dementia training.
- Must meet the qualifications to support resident ADL care per state requirements (where applicable).
- Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel and Word, and comfortable learning new programs.
- A high degree of accuracy in all assignments; ability to manage time effectively and take initiative, employing professional ethics and good judgment.
- Excellent communication skills, strong teamwork, and the ability to motivate.
- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and be on-call.
About Cogir Senior Living
COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Scottsdale, manages over 90 senior living communities across 11 states, and we continue to grow. We are proud to be a leader in the senior housing industry, providing an exceptional quality of care, amenities, and team culture where our residents and team members thrive.
Our common goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents today and in the future. Our team identity is based on three pillars: Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence. We offer a unique lifestyle approach to our living situation and are a company committed to continuing to improve.
Apply today and become part of the Cogir Family!
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000
