Brookdale Senior Living-posted 7 months ago
$15 - $19/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Biloxi, MS
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

The Memory Care Program Coordinator at Brookdale Biloxi is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating a calendar of person-centered dementia-friendly programs that cater to the specific needs of residents within the dementia care community. This role emphasizes enhancing the quality of life for residents through meaningful and purposeful programming, while recognizing individual abilities and preferences. The coordinator will design engaging programs, develop monthly calendars in partnership with residents, ensure compliance with care standards, and collaborate with community leadership to educate families and associates about dementia care.

  • Design a 7-day a week person-centered program that is engaging and meets the needs and interests of individual residents.
  • Develop a monthly calendar based on residents' shared interests and ensure special events and daily programs are executed as scheduled.
  • Ensure dementia care programs comply with Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST) and other regulations.
  • Collaborate with community leadership to educate families and associates about Alzheimer's disease and dementia care.
  • Provide direct supervision of Clare Bridge Program Assistant/s as required, including hiring and coaching.
  • Plan and participate in special events, including holidays and educational events.
  • Report changes in residents' health to clinical partners and collaborate on interventions.
  • Oversee social media content to align with Brookdale's culture and standards.
  • Plan and schedule programming events outside the community, including driving a community vehicle.
  • Maintain department budget and manage volunteer programs.
  • Perform personal care, housekeeping, and dietary responsibilities as needed.
  • 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.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Associate assistance program
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral program
  • Early access to earned wages for hourly associates
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Company provided life insurance
  • Adoption benefit
  • Disability (short and long term)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tuition reimbursement
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