What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Director position at Watercrest Senior Living?
A GREAT CAREER starts with a GREAT COMPANY!
Apply to join our team of servant leaders today!
THE DIFFERENCE IS OUR PEOPLE. Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders.
We’ve achieved GREAT PLACE TO WORK status SEVEN YEARS IN A ROW.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT. We reward our associates’ outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission “To Welcome, To Care, To Serve” derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another’s God-given gifts through service.
Full Benefits Package & On-Demand Pay available!: This opportunity includes a full benefits package (including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, etc, as well as on-demand pay in between paychecks!
PICTURE YOURSELF…
Do you have a passion for resident engagement, specifically in a Memory Care environment? Market Street Viera has the perfect career opportunity for you! The Memory Care Director ensures the residents lives are enriched by offering a broad range of activities/programs in a variety of settings. These programs should appeal to the varied lifestyles and backgrounds of the residents, while offering choice, fostering independence, promoting individuality, and nurturing the spirit of each individual. The Memory Care Director integrates staff, family members, and volunteers to assist in the development, implementation, and continued success of the program. The Memory Care Director is responsible for resident transportation and overseeing neighborhood haven quality assurance compliance in accordance with company policy and procedures, federal, state, and local laws.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Be a Servant Leader.
- Provide supervision, training, coaching, and associated talent management processes with Memory Care programming and care team members in accordance with company policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Ensure the development and execution of daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly programs in accordance with company standards.
- Monitor, update, and review with Memory Care team the resident Personal Life Silhouette form.
- Plans outings for the residents into the community
- Provide resident transportation.
- Plans celebrations of resident events accomplishments: birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
- Communicate observed resident care needs or changes in condition to the Resident Wellness Director.
- Implement the company’s programs and associated processes designed to promote an exceptional experience for visitors, residents, and team members.
- Responsible for department budget and expenses.
- Maintain current knowledge of Alzheimer’s and Dementia topics.
- Participates in marketing the community externally as well as participating in or giving tours to prospective families and residents.
- Develops and maintain volunteer program.
- Encourages participation from other team members in the community in all events.
- Promotes relationships with outside vendors that support community programs.
- Maintains equipment and supplies necessary to support scheduled programs.
- Organizes and attends quarterly Family Nights.
- Ensures that resident rooms and common areas are clean and safe at all times
- Ensures the proper use of equipment and supplies and upholds cleaning and safety standards.
- Distribute prescribed medication to residents and maintains related medical records under supervision of the Resident Wellness Director and maintains compliance with the RIGHTS of medication.
- Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff personnel.
- Conducts training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for associates.
- Respond in a timely manner to requests of residents, families and guests.
- Ensures all state regulations and company policies are being followed.
- Is prepared to implement the emergency response program.
- All other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, guests, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts.
- Able to manage revenue and expense budget.
- Able to make independent decisions.
- Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner.
- Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent training and education.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Medication Technician certification
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 1 years experience in senior living preferably in a Memory Care environment.
- Strong leadership skills with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supervising and management.
