What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Director position at Rittenhouse Village?
About LakeHouse Senior Living :
LakeHouse Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. Our company, which was built on our "Pillars of Excellence," employs thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.
This position is responsible for program development and implementation within the Memory Care Program. Responsible for providing physical and emotional support to each Memory Care resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home like environment.
Responsibilities :
- Designs, schedules and facilitates Memory Care program incorporating Life Skills and a variety of dementia appropriate activities.
- Partners with the Memory Care Director to ensure a variety of appropriate activities are available throughout the day and evening and that Care Managers are actively involved and engaged with activities.
- Partners with the Memory Care Director in compiling, coordinating and executing a comprehensive and varied program of activities to meet the broad spectrum of interests and capabilities of Memory Care residents
- Provide ongoing in-service education to the Memory Care staff that is relative to the disease processes and population being served
- Prior to move-in, reviews the resident's preferences and needs educating Care Managers of same.
- Facilitates the Service Plan and Daily Assignment Sheet development to ensure excellence in service delivery, safety, hydration and resident engagement in programming.
- Acts as the community champion in Memory Care programming and activities.
- Partners with dining services to ensure meeting individualized resident needs and preferences; participates in dining experience.
- Understands resident changes in condition and reports to the nurse.
- Establishes a cooperative relationship with the local Alzheimer's Association chapter or other Alzheimer's advisory organization.
- Develops specific programming and approach mechanisms that are tailored to meet the needs of residents with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease or related Dementia.
- Creates a therapeutic environment focusing on first impressions and resident engagement
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
Qualifications :
Benefits :
In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, LakeHouse offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.
Thank you for your interest in LakeHouse Senior Living careers. If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly.
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JOB CODE : 1003396
