Memory Care Program Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. • Mesa, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Memory Care Program Assistant supports the Clare Bridge Program Manager or Coordinator in leading and implementing person-centered, dementia-friendly programs for residents in Brookdale’s dementia care community. The role helps provide meaningful and purposeful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life, honoring individual abilities, needs, habits, routines, interests, and preferences while encouraging independence. Programs address the seven domains of well-being and may include sensory-focused small groups. The assistant also supports documentation, regulatory compliance, associate guidance, community events, family communication, quality improvement, volunteer activities, and scheduled programming outside the community. Personal care, housekeeping, and dietary responsibilities may be performed as needed. The role involves occasional travel and may include driving a community motor vehicle. Routine decisions are made using detailed guidelines, with issues referred to a supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current three-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation, as a condition of employment.
• Basic technical skills and ability to follow written or verbal instructions.
• Basic knowledge of PCs and word-processing software, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to interact with co-workers, residents, or vendors.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• At least one year of previous experience with older adults and people with dementia preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of person-centered programs that meet residents’ individual needs and interests.
• Assist in leading and engaging residents in programs addressing the seven domains of well-being, including sensory-focused small groups for residents unable to participate in large groups.
• Assist the Program Manager or Coordinator with reviewing resident service plans and completing required program documentation.
• Help ensure dementia care programs comply with applicable state, federal, and other regulations and Brookdale policies, procedures, standards, and mission.
• Provide associates with guidance and resources about programming, engagement, and resident quality of life.
• Coordinate and participate in community special events, including family socials, marketing and sales events, and open houses.
• Communicate with residents, families, and community professionals about the dementia care program and its benefits; communicate with families about residents’ personal needs and successes.
• Assist the Manager or Coordinator with departmental quality improvement initiatives, including the Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST).
• Support plans and scheduled programming events outside the community, which may include driving a community motor vehicle.
• Assist with the volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers.
• Perform personal care, housekeeping, and dietary responsibilities as needed to maintain service quality in accordance with Clare Bridge Program standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible part-time and full-time associates.
• 401(k).
• Associate assistance program.
• Employee discounts.
• Referral program.
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates outside California.
• Optional voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and pet insurance.
• Paid time off for eligible full-time associates.
• Paid holidays for eligible full-time associates.
• Company-provided life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
• Adoption benefit for eligible full-time associates.
• Short- and long-term disability for eligible full-time associates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible full-time associates.
• Health Savings Account for eligible full-time associates.
• Optional life and dependent life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
• Optional voluntary benefits for eligible full-time associates, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and a legal plan.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time associates.
• Qualified associates with at least one year of service may receive an advance for naturalization application fees, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding.
• Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED