Memory Care Support Specialist

ASC•Mooresville, IN

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About The Position

The Memory Care Support Specialist develops, coordinates, and supports person-centered programming for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. The role partners with interdisciplinary teams to promote meaningful engagement, enhance residents' quality of life, educate staff, and uphold the philosophies and standards of the Memory Care Program. The position requires experience working directly with residents with dementia in a long-term care or related setting and a commitment to geriatric advocacy and person-centered dementia care.

Requirements

Experience working directly with residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia in a long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or memory care setting is required.
Strong knowledge of person-centered dementia care, dementia-related behaviors, interventions, communication techniques, and best practices for supporting residents with dementia.
Ability to educate, observe, and support staff through formal training and one-on-one coaching.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members while demonstrating empathy, compassion, and professionalism.
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external partners.
Strong teamwork skills and commitment to excellent resident care through collaboration, accountability, and person-centered practices.
Passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to enhancing seniors' lives through person-centered dementia care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Human Services, Healthcare Administration, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience in Memory Care, Social Services, or Activities & Recreation is strongly preferred.
Professional certification in dementia care or Alzheimer's care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and support person-centered programming for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Partner with interdisciplinary teams to promote meaningful engagement and enhance residents' quality of life.
Educate, observe, and support staff through formal training and one-on-one coaching on dementia care principles and resident-centered approaches.
Develop or support meaningful activities, social enrichment, and engagement opportunities.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, activities, leadership, consultants, and regulatory agencies to promote exceptional resident care.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values—Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence—to residents, family members, customers, and staff.