Memory Care Director

Cadence Huntersville by Cogir•Huntersville, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. As a leader in senior housing, Cogir is dedicated to growth while maintaining its commitment to exceptional resident care and a supportive, growth-focused environment for its team members. The company's culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, driving continuous improvement and achievement. The Memory Care Director is responsible for the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of resident care services for the community's Memory Care neighborhood. This role involves training and supervising memory care staff, supporting care plan execution, and communicating with residents' families. The director will also support the Lifestyle team with programming activities tailored to resident interests and well-being, based on comprehensive assessments.

Requirements

A degree in gerontology, nursing, social work, or a related field is preferred.
CDP certification is preferred or equivalent to experience and formal dementia training.
Must meet the qualifications to support resident ADL care and medication administration per state requirements (where applicable).
At least 3-5 years of experience in an assisted living and memory care setting is required.
At least 2 years of dementia experience in a supervisory role is required.
Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel and Word, and comfortable learning new programs.
A high degree of accuracy in all assignments; ability to manage time effectively and take initiative, employing professional ethics and good judgment.
Excellent communication skills, strong teamwork, and the ability to motivate.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and participate in the on-call rotation.
Meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
Compassion, patience, and a special interest in working with the senior population living with dementia.

Responsibilities

Provide training and orientation to all 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 according to the company's policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintain medication program under the oversight of the Health and Wellness Director.
Assist in performing assessments and reassessments of residents according to policies.
Act as the contact for non-clinical issues related to resident care in Memory Care.
Maintain a high degree of resident satisfaction through consistently delivering high-quality services.
Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
In collaboration with the Lifestyles team, support the Cogir Signature Lifestyle programming and engagement of residents in Revere Memory Care.
Support resident distressed behavior through validation, care plan non-pharmacologic prevention, and timely intervention.
Provide emotional support and education to families experiencing dementia.
Understand the community's care regulations along with state-specific regulations.
Assist with residents’ daily living activities as needed.
Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, following company, Federal, State, and local requirements.