Memory Care Director

Watercrest Senior Living

About The Position

The Memory Care Director (MCD) position promotes the illuminate Memory Care mission and philosophy by Watercrest Senior Living. The MCD is responsible for providing overall leadership and management to the Memory Care neighborhood and team. The MCD will plan, organize, and lead the overall operations of the illuminate Memory Care Program. You will be responsible for overseeing compliance in accordance with company policy and procedures, federal, state, and local laws. If you are an engaging, interactive, compassionate leader who is driven to provide service and programming excellence to individuals with Dementia, then the Watercrest Memory Care Director role is for you!

Requirements

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, guests, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts.
Able to manage revenue and expense budget.
Able to make independent decisions.
Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner.
Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens.
Associate’s Degree or equivalent training and education.
Minimum of 3 years experience in senior living preferably in a Memory Care environment.
Strong leadership skills with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supervising and management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Be a Servant Leader.
Provide supervision, training, coaching, and associated talent management processes with Memory Care team members in accordance with company policies and regulatory guidelines. This may include payroll, scheduling, and associated functions.
Promote the company’s memory care philosophy and adhere to the associated standards.
Lead, plan, organize and oversee high-quality memory care activities throughout the day creating an engaging community for residents to call home.
Ensure the development and execution of daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly programs in accordance with company standards.
Develop and oversee calendar functions.
Partner with programming and other community team members to plan and develop programs for the Memory Care residents.
Participate in resident assessments specifically contributing to the areas the physical, mental, social, emotional and functional condition/capabilities of all residents in Memory Care.
Communicate resident care needs or changes in condition with Resident Wellness Director, responsible party, physicians and other healthcare providers.
Assist with maintaining resident charts as required by state and federal regulations.
Conducts assessments of resident’s needs – at admission, at regularly scheduled intervals, and as needed.
Implement the company’s programs and associated processes designed to promote an exceptional experience for visitors, residents, and team members.
Responsible for department budget and expenses.
Maintain current knowledge of Alzheimer’s and Dementia topics.
Participate in community meetings and events.
Perform other duties as assigned.