Memory Care Director

American Senior Communities•Indianapolis, IN

17h

About The Position

The Memory Care Director manages and implements the programs, philosophies, and standards for the Memory Care Center. The role calls for knowledge of clinical and human services, including social work principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions, person-centered care, and strategies for dementia-related behaviors. The director trains and supports staff in understanding Alzheimer’s disease and helps create a comforting, engaging atmosphere for residents. The position also promotes collaboration across departments and with professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services field.
Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
Understanding of social work principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions, and person-centered resident care.
Experience and knowledge of dementia-related behaviors, strategies, and best practices.
Empathetic engagement, effective communication, conflict resolution, and mediation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous social services experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and implement programs, philosophies, and standards for the Memory Care Center.
Train, observe, and redirect staff through initial and one-on-one education about the Alzheimer’s disease process.
Engage empathetically with residents and families and communicate clearly with interdisciplinary teams.
Help create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
Promote collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies.
Work with the team toward excellent resident care.
Demonstrate the C.A.R.E. values of Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence to residents, family members, customers, and staff.