Memory Care Director

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING • Bay Shore, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Memory Care Director is responsible to meet resident care and activity needs and manage the overall operation of the Memory Care Neighborhood in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and Meridian policies and procedures that models validation, encourages residents’ socialization, capitalizes on residents’ abilities, and helps residents feel safe and purposeful. This role also assists in maintaining a physical, social, and psychological environment, which will be conducive to the best interests and welfare of the residents.

Requirements

• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a healthcare setting
• Basic knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias
• Desire to serve residents and families of the Memory Care Program
• Ability to work within an environment that supports the goals set forth in the Memory Care Program
• Previous supervisory and/or management experience in a related healthcare setting
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to re-prioritize daily tasks to accommodate fluctuating needs of the resident and community
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, community, and State officials and public
• Strong documentation skills
• Experience in training and staff development
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks

Nice To Haves

• 2 – 3 years or more in the care of senior adults and adults with cognitive decline is preferred

Responsibilities

• Meet resident care and activity needs
• Manage the overall operation of the Memory Care Neighborhood in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and Meridian policies and procedures
• Model validation, encourage residents’ socialization, capitalize on residents’ abilities, and help residents feel safe and purposeful
• Assist in maintaining a physical, social, and psychological environment, which will be conducive to the best interests and welfare of the residents

Benefits

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)
• Ability to grow your career
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees