Reminiscence Coordinator

Sunrise Senior Living • Basking Ridge, NJ

91d

About The Position

The Reminiscence Coordinator is responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the reminiscence neighborhood. Responsibilities include promoting excellence in resident care in accordance with each resident’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP), programming, providing outreach and support to families, being resourceful and knowledgeable with the Family Resource Library and the evolving information on Alzheimer’s disease. Responsible for championing the designated care manager concept throughout the neighborhood, assisting in the recruiting, hiring, and training of team members, completing staffing, scheduling and timekeeping review, team member recognition, engagement, and performance management.

Requirements

• College degree preferred.
• One (1) year supervisory experience preferred, including experience in dementia care, hiring staff, coaching, counseling, performance management, and daily operations supervision.
• Demonstration of proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel), and Sunrise applications.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in dementia care.
• Knowledge of state/provincial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and lead the overall operation of the reminiscence neighborhood(s) in accordance with federal, state/provincial, and local laws, and Sunrise Senior Living standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Champion the all-embracing quality delivery of the Resident Centered model.
• Act as the community champion in reminiscence programming and activities.
• Partner with the Activities and Volunteer Coordinator (AVC) to ensure a variety of appropriate and individualized activities are available throughout the day and evening.
• Design, schedule, and facilitate the reminiscence program incorporating Life Skills and focusing on creating pleasant days.
• Partner with the Resident Care Director (RCD) to ensure that the residents clinical needs are addressed.
• Review, prior to move-in, the resident’s preferences and needs and schedule the Family Meeting to discuss the Resident Profile.
• Facilitate the ISP and Daily Assignment Sheet development to ensure excellence in service delivery, safety, hydration, and resident engagement.
• Support the RCD with the assessment process to determine levels of care and staff.
• Oversee planning for family events and services.
• Establish a cooperative relationship with the local Alzheimer’s Association chapter or other Alzheimer’s advisory organization.
• Ensure monthly family support group meetings are planned and facilitated.
• Develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies in compliance with Sunrise expectations for regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the presentation and value of Sunrise’s products and services for our residents, families, team members, and targeted referral sources.
• Manage the department, including recruiting, hiring, supervising, training, coaching, and disciplining.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees