Memory Care Program Coordinator

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens • Bradenton, FL

377d • $35,381 - $50,398

About The Position

The Memory Care Program Coordinator at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating person-centered dementia-friendly programs that enhance the quality of life for residents within the dementia care community. This role involves engaging residents in meaningful activities, ensuring compliance with care standards, and collaborating with families and staff to provide education and resources related to dementia care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years of direct programming 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare or senior living environment.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and programming.

Responsibilities

• Designs a 7-day-a-week person-centered program that is engaging and meets the needs and interests of individual residents.
• Promotes and engages residents in the 7 domains of well-being programs in a dementia-friendly structured environment.
• Develops a monthly calendar based on residents' shared interests.
• Ensures person-centered special events and daily path programs are scheduled and executed as planned.
• Ensures dementia care programs comply with Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST) and other regulations.
• Collaborates with community leadership to educate families and associates about Alzheimer's disease and dementia care.
• Facilitates and coordinates dementia-focused in-services and events for families and associates.
• May provide direct supervision of Clare Bridge Program Assistants, including hiring and coaching.
• Reports changes in residents' overall health to clinical partners and collaborates on interventions.
• Oversees social media content to align with Brookdale's culture and standards.
• Plans and schedules programming events outside the community, which may include driving a community vehicle.
• Maintains and adheres to department monthly budget and expense control.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Associate Discounts
• Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree