Memory Care Director Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Memory Care Director to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide Rose Lane staff with on-going specialized Alzheimer’s and related Dementia training;
- Participate in the assessment of prospective Residents;
- Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all Resident Care Information to assure Resident rights are protected;
- Encourage hobbies and crafts and provide materials in keeping with the Residents’ financial status and the departmental budget;
- Attend mandatory in-services as defined by regulatory requirements;
- Report all accidents/incidents immediately and complete in-house documentation;
- Assist in the development of, and participation in, regularly scheduled orientation and in-service training programs;
- Assist in maintaining a community newsletter with primary focus on Rose Lane Program;
- Other duties as assigned by Resident Care Director / Executive Director;
- Provide tours of the Community and assist with the move-in process as necessary;
- Assist in all aspects of hiring, training, managing and scheduling of staff on Rose Lane unit to maintain quality care;
- Participate in a rotation for weekend coverage and on call;
- Maintain budgetary guidelines as established. Assist in the development of the annual budget as necessary;
- Oversee and/or assist in the preparation and posting of a schedule of activities and keep the information boards current;
- Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for field trips, appointments and to other residences whenever necessary.
Requirements:
- Activities Director Certification, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or other related Certifications;
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related field;
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred;
- Valid driver’s license required;
- Previous experience in Special Care units (minimum 5 years) preferably in assisted living setting (minimum 10 years);
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) requirement;
- Ability to make responsible choices and decisions and act in a Resident’s best interest;
- Activity Director Certification (ADC) optional.