Description
**Job Title: Memory Care Coordinator**
**Location:** Greenwood Place
**Department:** Memory Care
**Reports To:** Director of Health and Wellness
**Job Summary:**
The Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of individualized care plans for residents with memory impairments, ensuring a high standard of care that enhances the quality of life for residents living with dementia and other cognitive conditions. This leadership role requires a compassionate, organized, and knowledgeable professional who can effectively engage with residents, families, and staff to create a supportive and nurturing environment.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Care Coordination:**
- Develop, implement, and regularly review personalized care plans for each resident that address their physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nurses, caregivers, therapists) to monitor resident progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Ensure that residents receive appropriate therapeutic activities that support cognitive function and enhance well-being.
2. **Staff Training and Development:**
- Provide training and support to staff on best practices for memory care, including effective communication techniques, behavioral management strategies, and person-centered care approaches.
- Foster a culture of empathy and understanding toward residents with memory impairments among all team members.
3. **Family Engagement and Support:**
- Work with families to understand their loved ones' needs and involve them in the care planning process.
- Organize family support meetings and provide resources to help families navigate the challenges associated with memory-related conditions.
4. **Program Development:**
- Design and implement engaging programs and activities that stimulate cognitive function and encourage social interaction among residents.
- Stay informed about the latest developments in dementia care and incorporate evidence-based practices into program offerings.
5. **Compliance and Quality Assurance:**
- Ensure all care services meet regulatory and organizational standards for quality and safety.
- Monitor care delivery processes and outcomes through regular assessments and feedback from residents, families, and staff.
6. **Community Outreach:**
- Represent the memory care program at community events and forums, promoting awareness of memory care issues and available resources.
- Build partnerships with local healthcare providers, organizations, and support groups to enhance services offered to residents and families.
**Qualifications:**
- Valid state licensure (if applicable) and certifications related to memory care or dementia care (e.g., Alzheimer's Association Certified Dementia Practitioner).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in memory care, geriatrics, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of dementia-related illnesses, best practices in person-centered care, and applicable regulations.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience in staff training and leadership preferred.
**Physical Requirements:**
- Must be able to lift, carry, or assist residents as needed.
- Ability to stay on feet for long periods and move throughout the facility.
**Working Conditions:**
The Memory Care Coordinator will work in a residential setting, requiring interaction with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and other staff members.
**Salary:** $21-$24 DOE
**Benefits:** Major Medical, 401K
**To Apply:**
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to by 4/17/25.
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