Director of Memory Care

Grand Living

$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience managing memory care programs preferred.
  • Certification as a Dementia Practitioner preferred.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills for managing dementia-related care.
  • Experience with state regulations and training in dementia care.
  • Ability to execute diverse wellness programs tailored to senior residents.
  • Physical ability to perform various tasks including lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Luminations® Neighborhood and ensure high-quality resident experiences.
  • Conduct training and mentoring for staff on memory care best practices.
  • Develop individual service plans with the Director of Health and Wellness.
  • Act as a family advocate and primary contact for resident care communication.
  • Hold weekly departmental meetings to ensure coordination among teams.
  • Enhance resident life through a well-rounded activities program.
  • Ensure compliance with community standards and regulations.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off program starting at 120 hours.
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with 4% company match on 5% contributions.
  • Automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all employees.
  • Access to Grand Spa & Fitness facilities and free meals for eligible employees.
Full Job Description
About the Position

The Director of Luminations is responsible to enhance the overall memory care Resident and family experience through the provision of comprehensive leadership to the staff working within our memory care environment with thorough and passionate training and mentoring on our specialized program, Luminations®, entering their world. Oversee the entire Luminations® Neighborhood which includes Facets, Fitness, Housekeeping, Culinary and Health and Wellness as well as holding weekly meetings with each department. The Director of Luminations develops and implements with the Director of Health and Wellness an individual service plan for each resident addressing quality of life and quality of care. Be the family advocate and point of contact for communication of daily life needs and care. This is to be handled in The Sterling Touch™ friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner, resulting in a very high level of Resident satisfaction. The Director of Luminations position is under the general guidance of the Executive Director in accordance with Community standards, processes, procedures, practices, and philosophy.

Qualifications and Requirements

The Director of Luminations must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • High School Diploma or GED, required.
  • Bachelor's Degree, highly preferred.
  • Five or more years of experience managing a memory care program in a senior living environment, highly preferred.
  • Certified Dementia Practitioner, preferred.
  • Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate for working in a Memory Care Assisted Living community. Possess leadership experience and problem-solving skills to manage behavioral health needs and end of life care that are characteristic of the advancement of dementia.
  • Our Facets™ program incorporates a variety of activities including theater, art, music, fitness, education, event planning and recreation. The ideal candidate must be willing and able to participate in the execution of a well-rounded, refined program which meets the needs and expectations of our educated, talented, sophisticated residents. Please be prepared to share your ideas on how to build a wellness centered program for our residents.
  • Understand or experience with state specific regulation, education, and training regarding dementia care.
  • Ability to read, write and understand the English language to communicates with the residents and other employees.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull and work continuously without sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift or carry up to 40 pounds.


Benefits

For the Director of Luminations position, we offer competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees including 1) a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program offering 120 hours of PTO in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, and continuing to build with length of service; 2) affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision and more; 3) a 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution, 4) automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members with a robust employee assistance program (EAP).

PTO is earned at lesser rates for part-time staff. Grand Living is a high-end upscale environment including exquisite cuisine and free employee meals (must meet eligibility requirements), Grand Spa & Fitness facilities available for use at designated times.

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