Memory Care Coordinator

Lifespace Communities • Pittsburgh, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our team of Memory Care Coordinators today! Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

Requirements

• Associate degree in related field advanced training/knowledge regarding care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias.
• Two to three years applicable experience.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certifications and licensure required by state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop cutting edge, best practice dementia programming utilizing available resources and incorporate person-directed care.
• Coordinate with lifestyle lead to create a monthly Lifestyle calendar that is specific for residents living in the memory care neighborhood.
• Create at least 12 hours of ability-centered care programming daily that is posted for residents and families.
• Follow the “Life Reflections Memory Care Program Philosophy and Programming Guidelines”.
• Responsible for ongoing Alzheimer training of memory care team.
• Conduct family educational sessions on dementia, quarterly or as needed.
• Make daily rounds, assessing resident’s cognitive status and team participation to ensure that the resident’s individual needs are being met and that the resident is an active part in how to meet these daily needs.
• Manage departure alert and wander management system which includes maintaining daily log that system is working, weekly checks of resident alert appliance, maintaining an adequate supply of appliances, change, add, update, and delete appliances as necessary in the departure alert system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree