Dementia Specialist

CareOne Group•Westwood, NJ

2h•$90,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

CareOne Harmony Village is seeking an experienced and compassionate Dementia Specialist to lead clinical excellence, staff education, and resident-centered programming for individuals living with memory impairment. This leadership role collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure best-in-class dementia care, optimal resident placement, and ongoing staff development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
Minimum 10 years of experience working with individuals with dementia or memory impairments
Prior management or leadership experience required
Active RN, MSW, or OT license
Dementia certification required
Expertise in dementia care models and behavioral interventions
Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams
Compassionate, patient-centered approach
Organizational and compliance-focused mindset

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure timely, compliant documentation in accordance with federal/state regulations and facility policies
Serve as a subject matter expert and role model in dementia care best practices
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
Conduct cognitive assessments and reassessments (at least every 6 months or as needed)
Collaborate with Director of Wellness (DOW) to ensure appropriate resident placement and care levels
Communicate reassessment outcomes with families and guide care transitions
Maintain strong partnerships with healthcare providers and external vendors
Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents and staff
Design and implement monthly dementia training programs for all departments
Deliver onboarding and ongoing education to ensure staff competency in dementia care
Assess staff learning needs through observation and performance feedback
Provide 1:1 coaching and mentoring for staff requiring additional support
Educate dietary and other departments to enhance resident experience (e.g., dining engagement)
Lead family education sessions on dementia care and progression
Support care partners in managing behavioral and cognitive challenges
Participate in pre-admission and ongoing assessments to ensure appropriate placement
Assist in new resident onboarding and family transitions
Monitor care plan compliance and collaborate with departments for updates
Foster a warm, structured, and calming environment throughout the community
Work collaboratively with private aides to ensure alignment with care standards
Partner with marketing team on community education initiatives and outreach events
Participate in pre-admission assessments to support occupancy goals
Contribute to community reputation as a leader in dementia care
Review and align activity programming with resident cognitive levels
Meet regularly with department leaders to ensure staff readiness and training compliance
Participate in Manager-on-Duty rotation and leadership meetings
Support internal promotion and staff career development within Harmony Village