Regional Memory Care Director
Ideal Candidate is based either in SW Florida- Tampa and Ft. Myers or Nashville, TN
What You'll Do
As our Regional Memory Care Director, you'll be a strategic partner, mentor, and champion for excellence in memory care. Reporting to the Vice President of Life Enrichment and Cognitive Programming, you'll collaborate with community and regional leaders to strengthen programs, develop talent, and create exceptional resident experiences.
Lead Memory Care Strategy & Innovation
- Help shape and implement regional memory care strategies that enhance resident engagement, quality of life, and person-centered care.
- Champion innovative dementia care programming, cognitive enrichment activities, and meaningful resident experiences.
- Identify opportunities to improve memory care programs and share successful practices across communities.
- Partner with senior leadership to support organizational initiatives and advance American House memory care standards.
Develop & Inspire High-Performing Teams
- Coach, mentor, and develop Memory Care Directors across multiple senior living communities.
- Partner with Executive Directors and regional leaders on recruiting, onboarding, training, and leadership development.
- Build a collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and exceptional resident care.
- Provide onsite leadership support during community transitions when needed.
Elevate the Resident Experience
- Guide communities in delivering engaging, person-centered memory care activities and therapeutic programming.
- Support programs designed to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Strengthen resident participation, family engagement, and community partnerships.
- Support signature events and creative enrichment opportunities that bring purpose and joy to residents' daily lives.
Drive Regional Excellence
- Partner with community leadership to evaluate program effectiveness, identify opportunities, and improve performance.
- Support consistent implementation of memory care standards, training, and quality initiatives.
- Provide guidance on staffing, resource management, and budget considerations.
- Lead dementia care education, professional development, and American House's Living Well is Being Well training.
- Share regional progress, insights, and recommendations with senior leadership.
What We're Looking For
Experience & Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in memory care, dementia care programming, therapeutic recreation, or senior living life enrichment preferred.
- Experience in multi-site or regional senior living operations.
- Activity Director Certification, degree in Recreational Therapy, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Strong knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, dementia, cognitive impairment, and person-centered care practices.
- Experience developing and implementing memory care programs and meaningful resident engagement activities.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence teams.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Understanding of staffing, scheduling, and budget management.
- Ability to maintain required Dementia Practitioner Certification.
- Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance required.
You'll Thrive in This Role If You:
- Think strategically and enjoy turning ideas into meaningful results.
- Inspire others through coaching, collaboration, and positive leadership.
- Are passionate about innovative approaches to Alzheimer's and dementia care.
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, and community leaders.
- Balance creativity and compassion with operational excellence.
- Are energized by the opportunity to influence memory care across multiple communities.
Work Location & Travel
This is a regional, field-based leadership position supporting multiple American House Senior Living communities.
- Travel throughout the assigned region is required, up to 80% of the time.
- Regular onsite visits and collaboration with community teams are essential.
- Occasional extended onsite assignments may be required during leadership transitions.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you're an experienced memory care professional who is passionate about dementia care, developing leaders, and creating exceptional resident experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help American House Senior Living shape the future of memory care!
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