Director of Memory Care

Asbury Village • Woburn, MA

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About The Position

Delaney at the Vale is seeking a Director of Memory Care to oversee its Heartfelt Connections™ Memory Care Program. The role combines memory care programming, compassionate leadership, clinical collaboration, resident advocacy, and family communication to support residents living with dementia and memory-related conditions. The director will work with residents, families, physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to promote quality care and quality of life.

The director will lead memory care operations and programming, develop individualized engagement opportunities, support resident assessments and care planning, monitor changes in residents’ conditions, and coordinate communication and continuity of care. The role also includes supporting families through education and guidance, training and mentoring team members in person-centered dementia care, and promoting whole-person wellness across emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and environmental dimensions.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays. Starting salary is $80,000.

Requirements

• Memory Care leadership experience is required.
• Experience overseeing resident service plans and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Strong background in family communication and physician collaboration.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and programming development.
• Certification or licensure in accordance with state requirements.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Passion for coaching and developing high-performing teams.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Nursing, Social Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field preferred.
• LPN licensure strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee memory care programming and operations in alignment with the Heartfelt Connections™ philosophy.
• Develop individualized engagement opportunities that promote residents’ dignity, purpose, and quality of life.
• Create a positive and enriching environment for residents, families, and team members.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure resident assessments, service plans, and care plans accurately reflect resident needs.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate updates to families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Partner with physicians, clinical providers, and family members to support resident wellbeing and continuity of care.
• Participate in care conferences and assist with resident transitions, evaluations, and service plan reviews as needed.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for residents and their families.
• Communicate proactively with families about resident wellbeing, engagement, and changing care needs; provide support, education, and guidance related to dementia.
• Lead ongoing education and training for memory care team members.
• Coach, mentor, and support staff in delivering person-centered dementia care.
• Promote a culture of compassion, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Help ensure residents experience wellness across emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and environmental dimensions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO package.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative leadership team and supportive culture.
• Daily Pay option available.
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference for residents and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed