Now Hiring for an Engagement Specialist-Memory Care
This position is responsible for driving the culture of our memory care setting using a proprietary approach to dementia and memory care to create a safe and nurturing homelike environment while delivering fun and meaningful experiences and engagement opportunities.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for ensuring Milestone Signature programs are implemented and on-going.
- Leads programs as scheduled; or oversees the Engagement Assistant MC and/or care staff to ensure resident engagement while making sure that daily programming is a mix of both large and small groups, individual and parallel program opportunities.
- Coordinates with Director, Health and Wellness to attend family care conferences as required by state regulations. May occasionally assist with assessments of potential new residents and provide Memory Support program overview and pertinent resident engagement updates.
- (When appropriate) works with Engagement Assistant AL/IL and staff to ensure all Memory Care residents have resident specific opportunities and social interaction appropriate to their current cognitive abilities. Ensures all staff have training sufficient in self-directed activities for residents of the Memory Care neighborhood.
- Responsible for managing, coaching, assisting and mentoring all care staff working within Memory Care; assures that all staff maintain appropriate training as required by state regulations.
- Meets monthly with the Culinary Director (Chef) to coordinate signature programs, submit/discuss food function sheets for upcoming programs & special events and ensures that all Memory care meals and scheduled snacks meet the organizational standards while making certain the dining room is a calm and nurturing space for resident success.
Benefits:
- A company that is growing
- An awesome team that is passionate about seniors
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays per year
- 401K/Roth plan and match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Perks and Discounts Program
- Pet Insurance
- Bright Horizon Childcare and Pet care benefits
Education and Experience:
- A genuine desire to advocate for those with a Dementia diagnosis.
- 4+ years of management experience with employee oversight and customer relations preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in a Dementia care setting preferred.
- Complimentary professional experience in recreation or occupational therapy, art or music therapy, hospitality management, teaching, coaching, health & wellness or related fields are welcome.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Social Services, Geriatrics, Communications or Business preferred, or combination of education and experience.
- On-going certifications and/or continuing education credits in geriatrics, Dementia, leadership, activities, human resources or related, strongly preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel required
- Valid Driver License and ability to become insured.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
Apply with your resume and cover letter TODAY to schedule your interview for this exciting opportunity!
