Memory Care Director

Lutheran Life Communities

$90K — $123K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, gerontology, social work, psychology, or a related field
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or dementia care
  • Proven history of leading a memory care or specialized dementia program

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of the memory care neighborhood, including staffing and scheduling
  • Create individualized care and engagement plans for residents
  • Plan and oversee life enrichment programming for those living with dementia
  • Supervise, train, and coach memory care staff
  • Meet regularly with families to update and address concerns
  • Track program outcomes and lead quality improvement efforts
  • Manage department budget and supplies

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • DailyPay Access
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Mental Wellness Resources
  • 24/7 Confidential Chaplain Services
  • Professional Development Programs
Full Job Description
Memory Care Director | Lutheran Home

Lead a memory care program built around real relationships, not just routines. $90,742-$123,030 annually. Full-time, Arlington Heights, Illinois.

What you'll do
  • Lead daily operations of the memory care neighborhood, including staffing, scheduling, and quality of care
  • Build individualized care and engagement plans for each resident based on their history, preferences, and abilities
  • Plan and oversee a full calendar of life enrichment programming designed for people living with dementia
  • Supervise, train, and coach memory care and life enrichment staff
  • Meet regularly with families to share updates, answer questions, and address concerns
  • Track outcomes and lead quality improvement efforts to keep the program compliant and effective
  • Manage the department's budget and supplies

What you'll need

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, gerontology, social work, psychology, or a related field
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or dementia care
  • A track record of successfully leading a memory care or specialized dementia program

Preferred:
  • Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT)
  • Therapeutic Recreation certification
  • Experience with resident engagement technology platforms
  • Grant writing or fundraising experience

Pay and benefits
  • $90,742-$123,030 annually (based on experience)
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • DailyPay Access
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Mental Wellness Resources
  • 24/7 Confidential Chaplain Services
  • Professional Development Programs

Schedule
Full-time, exempt.

Next steps
We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

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