What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Coordinator - Skilled Nursing Facility position at Vierra Management?
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DescriptionPosition: Memory Care Coordinator Skilled Nursing Facility
Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work, with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, St. Elizabeth is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.
Overview:
St. Elizabeth, a Vierra Communities property, is a family-owned and operated Nursing and Rehabilitation facility that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents.
Full-time Benefits:
- 7 Paid Major Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance & LTD
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 annually)
- Referral Bonus Program (up to $1,000)
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- A valid CNA license/certification preferred
- Dementia Care Certification Required
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar position in retirement living, nursing homes, or adult day care is preferred
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
- Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which are specifically designed enrich the lives of the Memory Care residents. Assists with development of the monthly calendars.
- Leads one on one and small, medium, and large group activities. Prepares rooms, equipment, supplies prior to each activity and cleans up after each activity.
- Encourages resident and family participation in activities.
- Transports residents to and from activities as needed.
- Assists with documentation such as daily attendance records, maintaining history of monthly activities calendars, precautions list, and transportation logs.
- Assists with media correspondence, mailings, newsletters, bulletin boards and displays. Coordinates the preparation of monthly bulletin boards and seasonal decorations.
- Assists in evaluating a) effectiveness of activities programs, b) individual needs, and c) participation levels of each resident.
- Attends training courses and participate in other professional development activities as required
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position; lift, push, pull, carry heavy objects. Stand for long periods of time, walk, bend and stretch.
St. Elizabeth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements St. Elizabeth complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
