Memory Care Program Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living • Beaverton, OR

78d

About The Position

Assists Clare Bridge Program Manager or Coordinator in leading and implementing a calendar of person centered dementia friendly programs that meet specific needs of each and all residents within the dementia care community. In alignment with Brookdale's Resident and Family Engagement philosophy, assists in providing person centered programs while engaging residents in meaningful and purposeful dementia care programs within the Brookdale community enhancing their quality of life. Recognizes individual abilities and needs while encouraging independence and ensuring resident habits, historical routines, interests and preferences are honored in the provision of care and programming.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of previous experience with older adults and persons with dementia preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation.

Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation of a person centered program to meet individual needs and interests of the residents.
• Assists in leading and engaging residents in the 7 domains of well-being programs - purposeful, intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional and physical in a dementia friendly structured environment.
• Assists the Program Manager or Coordinator in the review of individual resident's service plans and completes program documentation, as required by Brookdale standards or state requirements.
• Assists the program manager or coordinator in ensuring dementia care programs are in compliance with state, federal, and other regulations.
• Assists in providing guidance and resource to associates on the importance of programming/engagement and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents.
• Coordinates and participates in special events at the community including family socials, marketing/sales and open houses.
• Communicates positively with residents, families, and community professionals regarding the Brookdale dementia care program and its benefits.
• Assists Manager or Coordinator with meeting the department's quality improvement initiatives including the Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST).
• Supports plans and scheduled programming events outside the community, which may include driving a community motor vehicle.
• Assists with volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers.
• Performs personal care, housekeeping and dietary responsibilities, as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees