Memory Care Director

Cogir of Alexandria Fillmore•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

The Memory Care Director is responsible for implementing, delivering, and coordinating resident care services in the community’s Memory Care neighborhood. The role trains and supervises memory care staff, supports execution of resident care plans, and maintains communication with residents’ families. The director also supports the Lifestyle team in providing activities that reflect residents’ interests and promote their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The position works with Care Partners and Medication Care Partners, assists with assessments and staffing, maintains the medication program under the oversight of the Health and Wellness Director, and helps ensure resident records, care services, and departmental practices meet company and applicable regulatory requirements. The director supports residents experiencing distressed behavior and provides emotional support and education to families affected by dementia.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of experience in an assisted living and memory care setting.
At least 2 years of dementia experience in a supervisory role.
Meet the qualifications to support resident ADL care and medication administration under applicable state requirements.
Knowledge of computer systems, particularly Excel and Word, and comfort learning new programs.
High degree of accuracy, effective time management, initiative, professional ethics, and good judgment.
Excellent communication skills, strong teamwork, and ability to motivate.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and participate in the on-call rotation.
Meet mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
Compassion, patience, and a special interest in working with older adults living with dementia.

Nice To Haves

A degree in gerontology, nursing, social work, or a related field is preferred.
CDP certification is preferred, or equivalent experience and formal dementia training.

Responsibilities

Train and orient Care Partners and Medication Care Partners, coaching them on the culture and standards of Cogir Revere Memory Care.
Assist in recruiting, supervising, and scheduling care staff in accordance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintain the medication program under the oversight of the Health and Wellness Director.
Assist with resident assessments and reassessments according to policies.
Serve as the contact for non-clinical issues related to resident care in Memory Care.
Promote resident satisfaction through consistently delivering high-quality services.
Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
Collaborate with the Lifestyles team to support Cogir Signature Lifestyle programming and resident engagement in Revere Memory Care.
Support residents experiencing distressed behavior through validation, non-pharmacologic care-plan prevention, and timely intervention.
Provide emotional support and education to families experiencing dementia.
Understand community care regulations and state-specific regulations.
Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed.
Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses in accordance with company, federal, state, and local requirements.