Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Unit Coordinator

Highland Health Care Center

Long-Term Care Unit Coordinator Opportunity!

Location: Highland Healthcare Center, Highland, IL
Competitive Pay + Excellent Benefits

Highland Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Memory Care Unit Coordinator to join our growing team!

If you're passionate about enriching the lives of seniors-especially those living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia-and want to work in a supportive skilled nursing environment that treats employees like family, we'd love to meet you. This leadership opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact while working alongside an experienced and caring team.
Why Highland Healthcare Center?
  • Recently increased wages
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Daily Pay - access your earned wages when you need them
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Fund with PTO donation options
  • Strong leadership and management support
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Positive, team-oriented work environment
Your Role as a Memory Care Unit Coordinator
  • Coordinate and oversee engaging, person-centered memory care programming
  • Ensure programs comply with company standards and state and federal regulations
  • Plan daily activities and coordinate assignments for staff, volunteers, and entertainers
  • Complete required documentation and maintain compliance
  • Organize special events, family gatherings, educational programs, and holiday celebrations
  • Serve as a resource for residents, families, and staff regarding Alzheimer's disease and dementia care
  • Assist with dementia-focused education and training for team members
  • Communicate with families regarding resident participation, successes, and changing needs
  • Observe and report changes in resident behavior or condition to the nursing team
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department planning
  • Support Alzheimer's awareness and community outreach efforts
  • Assist residents as needed to ensure a safe, engaging, and meaningful environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned by facility leadership
Who We're Looking For
  • Experience working with seniors or individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or memory care is strongly preferred
  • Previous experience in long-term care, assisted living, healthcare, recreation, activities, or a related field is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Education, Social Work, Recreation Therapy, or a related field is preferred, but not required
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Detail-oriented and comfortable with documentation and computer systems
  • Compassionate, dependable, creative, and team-oriented
  • Passion for enhancing the quality of life for older adults
About Highland Healthcare Center

Our dedicated team proudly serves the Highland community through specialized rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, including:
  • Long-Term Care
  • Short-Term Rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation Services
  • Respite Care

We're committed to providing compassionate, hometown care while supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.
Ready to Make a Difference?

Walk-ins are welcome!

Highland Healthcare Center
1450 26th St.
Highland, IL 62249

Apply Online:

We look forward to meeting you!

#Crest123
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Unit Coordinator in Highland, IL vacancy
  • $46.92k

    Description: Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible ...
    Suggested
    Full time
    Work from home
    Relocation
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Weekday work

    Milton Hershey School

    Highland, IL
    20 hours ago
  • $37.71 - $56.57 per hour

     ...House Supervisor is responsible for overseeing hospital operations and nursing care during assigned shifts, including staffing coordination, patient flow, and bed placement. They serve as a resource and leader for nursing staff and other departments, providing guidance... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Hospital Sisters Health System

    Highland, IL
    10 days ago
  • ## Care Manager FTApplylocations: Highland Park, IL - Sunrise of Highland Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR122959# **Why Join Sunrise Senior Living****At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team ...
    Suggested
    Shift work

    Sunrise Senior Living

    Highland, IL
    4 days ago
  • Sunrise Senior Living in Highland Park, IL, is seeking a Caregiver to support residents with daily living activities and personalized care plans. You will help with bathing, dressing, mobility, and feeding, while maintaining a safe and respectful environment. You will communicate...
    Suggested
    Daily paid

    Sunrise Senior Living

    Highland, IL
    4 days ago
  • $85.1k - $106.38k

     .... This leadership role involves managing clinical operations, coordinating care, and developing staff to uphold the highest standards of...  ...Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance... 
    Suggested
    Daily paid
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area

    Heartland Hospice

    Highland, IL
    1 hour ago
  •  ...Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those... 
    Shift work

    Sunrise Senior Living

    Highland, IL
    4 days ago
  •  ..., seeks a House Supervisor (RN) to oversee nursing care and hospital operations during night shifts. The role involves staffing coordination, patient flow management, and bed placement, while serving as a resource to nursing staff and other departments. Requirements include... 
    Night shift

    HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland

    Highland, IL
    20 hours ago
  • $37.71 - $56.57 per hour

     ...House Supervisor is responsible for overseeing hospital operations and nursing care during assigned shifts, including staffing coordination, patient flow, and bed placement. They serve as a resource and leader for nursing staff and other departments, providing guidance... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland

    Highland, IL
    20 hours ago
  • Career Opportunities with Addus HomeCare A great place to work. Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates...
    Local area

    Addus HomeCare

    Troy, IL
    20 hours ago
  • University of Illinois Extension seeks an Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development to promote and implement 4-H programs in schools and communities. You will lead program planning, volunteer recruitment and training, marketing, and collaboration with community... 
    Full time

    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Pocahontas, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...in foster care. Tasks include facilitating Family Support Team meetings, development of individualized care (treatment) plans, coordination of individualized services across all settings, coordination of providers working in the home, school, and community environment... 
    Hourly pay
    Permanent employment
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services

    Troy, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...assist the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques. When assigned as case manager, the staff nurse is responsible for coordinating all aspects of care related to that patient.   Responsibilities Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in... 
    Relocation
    Relocation package
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    BJC HealthCare

    Troy, IL
    7 days ago
  •  ...license and NPTE eligibility. Prior PT experience is preferred, and you will evaluate and implement individualized treatment plans in coordination with other disciplines. The role includes documenting patient progress, adjusting plans of care based on outcomes, and educating... 
    Relief

    Continuum Therapy Partners, LLC

    Aviston, IL
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Unit Coordinator. Be the first to apply!