Memory Care Program Specialist

Elderwood•Buffalo, NY

49d•$23 - $30

About The Position

Elderwood has an exciting opportunity for a Memory Care Program Specialist! Do you have a degree in Recreation Therapy, or are you a Certified Occupational Therapist or COT/A? Are you interested in enhancing the lives of our residents in our Seasons Memory Care programs? This could be the position for you! Position Overview: Provides therapeutic and social programming to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents, under the direction of the Director of Activities Responsible for input and completion of daily memory care calendar, resident participation reviews, daily attendance forms, monthly progress reports and assistance with meal service, as requested

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Education or related field OR Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) OR Associates Degree (example COTA) with 1-2 years of experience in long term care Activities OR 1-2 years’ experience in recreational programming in another field is required.
Current, valid state required certification or license in the state in which work is performed or must be willing to obtain National Certification in Activities within 1 year.
Certification in dementia and/or behavior management (e.g. CDT) or (will obtain within 1 year of hire)
Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and web-based applications
Current, valid driver license (if applicable)
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred
Experience with dementia population desired

Responsibilities

Responsible for responding immediately to residents' needs and requests.
Assists residents with therapeutic and social activities/situations that are designed to appeal to residents’ interests and enhance the resident’s highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Assists with meal service as needed, feeding assistance (if applicable) after completion of training.
Assists with providing appropriate mental stimulation for residents needs
Notifies Licensed Nurse of changes in residents' conditions or needs.
Maintains facility standards for resident care.
Ability to read and understand task assignments, and to report verbally and record care in writing
Display of genuine concern for the elderly; a dependable, patient and compassionate attitude towards residents
Demeanor always respectful of residents' rights and wishes
Ability to cooperate with others and to follow directions
Attends employee council meetings, departmental meetings and required or preferred in-service training and offers constructive suggestions when able.
Generates and develops ideas, which improve the quality of care for residents or increase job productivity and satisfaction.
Performs all job duties according to safety rules and practices required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents, and visitors of this organization.
Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this job position, and for all staff members of this organization.
Exhibits the highest level of customer service towards staff, residents, and visitors.
Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Abides by Elderwood’s business code of conduct, compliance, and HIPAA policies.
Perform other work duties as requested by supervisor, manager, or Administrator.