Memory Care Coordinator

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Memory Care Coordinator Full Time Grand Rapids, MI, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1126 Cardinal Senior Living is hiring a Memory Care Coordinator. Cardinal Senior Living offers: The opportunity to work with a great team of professionals to ensure our residents’ needs are met in a quality and safe environment. An environment where you can grow, learn and take your skill set to the next level! Salary—Cardinal offers competitive wages with a yearly performance merit program. When members of our team go above and beyond, we like to recognize their performance. Benefits—We offer a competitive benefits program to include: Weekly Pay Medical, Dental and Vision plans for you and your family Voluntary Benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, etc. Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) with Company Match Pupose - The Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and supporting residents with memory related conditions in a senior living community Essential Functions- Job Duties: Work with Residents who require assistance with day-to-day living and overseeing the smooth operations of the department. Develops and coordinates memory care programs that promote engagement, safety, and quality of life. Assessing resident's needs and helping create individualized care plans. Training and supporting staff on dementia care best practices and behavior management techniques. Communicating with families about their loved one's condition, care, and progress. Monitoring resident well-being and work with caregivers and other healthcare professionals to address change in condition. Ensure a safe environment for residents who may wander, become confused, or have behaviorial challenges. Maintaining compliance with any federal, state, or local regulations and community policies. Establishes and maintains a positive, respectful, and supportive environment for all residents, co-workers, families, and facility guests. Assures a welcoming process occurs for all new residents and co-workers. Manages Care Aides. Interviews, hires, orients, coaches, counsels, and evaluates Care Aides with guidance from DOW. Completes job performance evaluations for Care Aides with guidance of the DOW. Performs assessment evaluation for prospective residents with the DOW. Works in partnership with the Executive Director, DOW, and Admissions Coordinator to assign residents an appropriate level of care. Observes any signs of resident abuse or neglect. Takes immediate action to prevent harm and takes immediate action to prevent harm and report incidents according to Company policy Implementation and training in Electronic Health Record system May be required to be part of an on-call rotation for nursing department per the discretion of the Executive Director. Primary scheduler for the nursing department. Performs other duties as assigned Secondary Functions- Job Duties: Attend and participate in staff meetings, projects, special events, committees, and mandatory training as appropriate Maintains safety and health rules by participating in training along with implementing and following protocols related to OSHA & CDC regulations and Cardinal Senior Management Standards as required Promotes and encourages individualized resident independence while maintaining resident dignity, individuality, confidentiality and following infection control policies. Works as a member of a team to provide essential nursing services and uses effective communication skills. Education & Knowledge Requirements- Specific education, certification, and licensure: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience with Microsoft Office Essential Job-Related Experience/Abilities: 1-2 years experience working in a senior living community preferred 1-2 years experience working as a care giver, proving care and/or passing medications preferred Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language Ability to walk continuously, bend frequently, and sit occasionally Ability to complete and maintain documentation regarding a resident’s statusAbility to operate computer systems and phone systems. Cardinal Senior Living LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr