Memory Care Coordinator

PRS Management, Inc. • Medford, OR

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Memory Care Coordinator will provide individualized care to residents in Memory Care by providing a therapeutic environment that maintains residents’ highest level of physical, social and psychosocial well-being. This position is part of an on-call rotation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with geriatric patients, specifically those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia in a memory care or other long-term care environment preferred.
• Previous programming experience and credentialed as an Activities Coordinator preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion Pacific Retirement Services (PRS) culture by ingraining our Mission (“Empower people to lead meaningful lives as they age.”), Vision (“Shaping a future where aging is embraced as an opportunity to thrive.”) and Core Values (“We Speak Up, We Step Up, We Lift Up, We Team Up”) into all aspects of your role.
• Understand the importance of resident rights in healthcare as well as the community as a whole, and advocate for operations, processes, and decisions that are in residents’ best interests.
• Coordinate the planning and conducting of group and individual activities for residents that promote emotional and spiritual needs and improve quality of life.
• Coordinate with family and friends of residents to enhance and promote the dining experience as well as offer a high quality of nutrition.
• Ensure timely publication of monthly activity calendar and schedule of events that support interests of current residents.
• Communicate with other staff regarding resident’s activity needs, behaviors, and areas of interest during non-business hours.
• Conduct Resident Council meetings monthly and receive resident feedback and suggestions on activities, food, care, and other aspects of life. Maintain written records and report suggestions
• Participate in the Memory Care quality improvement programs and initiatives.
• Supervise and evaluate the effectiveness of the Halcyon program implementation. Know, understand, and evaluate the effectiveness of the program’s vision and values.
• Assist in admission process by conducting move-in assessments, interviewing the resident and their family, determining the resident’s daily routine, and providing orientation.
• Schedule and participate in Care Conferences and make supporting care recommendations based on resident needs.
• Promote teamwork and continuity of care at all times. Incorporate choice, dignity, privacy, and independence into job performance on a daily basis and encourage other staff to do the same.
• Train and educate staff on the vision, values, and pillars of the Halcyon program, as well as the fundamentals of diseases causing memory impairment.
• Assist in scheduling, work assignments, performance evaluation, discipline and counseling in the Memory Care Center.
• Review and communicate regulatory compliance and new policies or procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Choose from multiple plans for you and your dependents, effective the 1st of the month after hire, with premiums subsidized for employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA): We contribute $$ to help cover your medical expenses. Funds roll over and are yours to keep!
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account (FSA): Set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible expenses and help lower your out-of-pocket costs
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Bundled coverage and multiple options, with premiums subsidized for employees
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-provided coverage to help protect you and your loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Use it as you earn it—take time off when you want or choose PTO+ for extra pay.
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match: Boost your retirement savings with every paycheck!
• Profit Sharing Plan: We contribute to profit sharing plan, helping you build savings based on company performance.
• Employee Cafeteria: Convenient onsite dining with a variety of meal options, including discounted meals for employees.
• Free! Access to our onsite fitness center and pool
• Scholarships: Funded by residents to support your education and professional growth.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Invite your friends to join our team and score $$ when they’re hired
• Free access to our onsite fitness center
• PayActiv: Flexible access to earned wages
• Free work uniforms
• ORCA bus pass or offsite garage parking, highly subsidized
• Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with voluntary coverage
• Employee Appreciation: We value and recognize your contributions through bonuses, events, and other rewards that celebrate your hard work.
• Resident Appreciation Bonus: An annual “thank you” from our residents recognizing your service and dedication.

What This Job Offers

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