Memory Care Coordinator Assistant

Merakey • Coraopolis, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The duties of the Memory Care Coordinator Assistant involve providing escort service, direct care and program assistance to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Alzheimers /Dementia (AD/D). This position requires the candidate to work with individuals with IDD in a Memory Care Home setting. All work is performed under the direction of the Memory Care Coordinator and the Program Director in the areas of assignment.

Requirements

• High school diploma and related work experience is desired.
• Such training may have been gained through working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably possess experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within the Alzheimer and Dementia spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Assists the residents' activities of daily living; such as, toileting, feeding and other personal hygiene needs.
• Escorts residents to and from scheduled program classes.
• Implements individual goal plans, alternate and /or back-up activities, and documents residents' attendance and progress in Day Program
• Provides guidance in social, recreational, educational and therapeutic activities.
• Assists in organization and conduction of special events and off-campus trips.
• Offers direction to Residential Services staff working in Program areas/Memory Care Home.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED