Memory Care Director

Regency Park•Portland, OR

1d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Memory Care Director oversees the memory care department and its functions at Regency Park. The role leads and supports memory care staff, collaborates with community leaders to meet residents’ comprehensive needs, and administers the Special Needs Program in accordance with direction from the Executive Director and Cascade Living Group, and applicable state and federal laws. The director supervises team members, manages staffing and scheduling, supports resident orientation and care-plan monitoring, and helps ensure that department services and life-enrichment programming meet residents’ needs. The position requires a minimum of two years of experience in a senior living management role and an Oregon ALF/RCF Administrators License. Salary is $75,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience. The director must be available to support departmental needs, including occasional evenings, nights, and weekends.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in a senior living management role.
Oregon ALF/RCF Administrators License.
Ability to prepare, implement, and review goals, action plans, and objectives for resident needs.
Ability to maintain proper and timely records and reporting for residents and superiors.
Ability to perform duties involved in hiring and managing personnel.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of coworkers and residents.
Ability to communicate ideas effectively.
Ability to ask questions and listen to residents and coworkers to understand their needs.
Ability to organize and manage information and time effectively.
Sufficient literacy to read care plans and procedures and complete required reports.
Availability to support departmental needs, including occasional evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Oversee the memory care department and its functions.
Administer the Special Needs Program as directed by the Executive Director and Cascade Living Group, and in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Supervise and monitor the performance of assigned team members and ensure department services are provided to residents.
Conduct interviews, hire, onboard, and train wellness team members.
Oversee and manage department scheduling.
Lead and assist the life enrichment coordinator with planning the monthly Alzheimer's and Dementia support group, and ensure life-enrichment programming meets residents’ needs.
Promptly notify the Executive Director of emergencies and situations beyond the director’s responsibilities or capabilities.
Participate in resident orientation and identify potential changes or concerns in residents’ care plans.
Participate in required employer training, meetings, and orientations.
Prepare, implement, and review goals, action plans, and objectives for resident needs.
Maintain timely and proper resident records and reporting.
Promote a positive image and reputation for the community.
Represent and promote activities and community programs.
Collaborate with community leaders to meet residents’ comprehensive needs.