Memory Care Director

American Senior Communities • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Memory Care Director manages and implements the programs, philosophies and standards for the Memory Care Center. Our Senior Living Division offers team members the opportunity to advance their career while working in a fast paced and rewarding environment. We take pride in offering our residents more than just a place to rest their head. As a member of the Senior Living division, you will have the opportunity to use your skills to enhance the lifestyles of our residents and help them explore their passions. Our whole-person centered care focuses on nurturing the physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well-being of our residents. The hands-on experience you will gain allows you the opportunity to create meaningful relationships with your team and our residents.

Requirements

• Three years human services experience.
• Two years of experience working with persons with dementia or dementia related diagnoses.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff. Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field preferred.
• Previous social services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages and implements the programs, philosophies and standards for the Memory Care Center.
• Train, observe and redirect staff through initial education and one-on-one education of the Alzheimer disease process.
• Empathetic engagement with residents and families.
• Clear, effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.
• Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents.
• Works with and promotes collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations including government regulatory agencies.
• The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.

Benefits

• Access your earnings before payday.
• Lucrative employee referral bonus programs.
• 401(k).
• FSA program.
• Free life insurance.
• PTO exchange for pay programs.
• Medical coverage as low as $25.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues.
• Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace.
• Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Holiday pay.
• PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Access to preceptors and mentorship programs.
• Clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
• Financial assistance for continuing education.
• Company sponsored scholarship programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana.
• Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level