Memory Care Coordinator. Tuesday - Saturday. 9a-5p

Maplewood Senior Living • New York, NY

19h • $28 - $30

About The Position

Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life. Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking Staff Accountants to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Requirements

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university; or satisfactory completion of two years of college, with major work in in social work, nursing, psychology, gerontology, therapeutic recreation or related field
• Applicants with two years of full-time experience in the recreation field with an adult population may be considered
• Must be a Certified Dementia Practitioner CDP® or willing to complete the necessary steps to become certified
• Must possess a passion for working with seniors and improving their quality of life
• A basic understanding of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases is essential
• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Basic typing skills and computer knowledge; familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and creative software

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the Director of Memory Care, be involved in the interviewing of any associate who will be assigned to any of the specialized memory care programs, including RSAs, housekeeping, and activity positions
• Provide outstanding customer service to all residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of residents in the community
• Assist with ensuring memory care program meets all state, federal and other regulations
• Demonstrate requisite knowledge, skills and abilities consistent with the duties and responsibilities of this position
• Personable, reliable, a great communicator and a team player
• Able to relate professionally and positively to residents, physicians, government regulators, incoming visitors and associates at all levels
• Provide ongoing communication to the Executive Director of Memory Care, Executive Director of Clinical Operations and Executive Director regarding staffing issues or concerns
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Memory Care
• Attend monthly associate meetings
• Attend bi-monthly regional Memory Care Coordinator meetings
• In the absence of the Executive Director of Memory Care, participate in weekly tracking meetings to assure that daily information and observations by the Memory Care team is utilized
• Assist with ensuring, residents are all groomed and dressed properly and according to personal preferences (i.e., jewelry, clothing style, etc.)
• In the absence of the Executive Director of Memory Care, will provide Habilitation Therapy Training to orientation classes
• In the absence of the Executive Director of Memory Care, will provide the Heart Philosophy Training, Basics of Dementia and Wandering and Elopement overview during new hire orientation

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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