Memory Care Director

Shift Type: Full-Time Salary: 50-60K Annual Salary (Medical Benefits starting at $17.50 per pay period for Regence or Kaiser)Location: Avamere at Newberg - 730 Foothills Dr. Newberg, OR 97132

Comprehensive benefits package starting at $17.50 per pay period for employee only medical coverage, plus dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability and AD&D coverage at an additional cost. 

The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the operations of our Memory Care unit, and to assist in directing the day-to-day functions of the facility to assure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the day-to-day functions of the Arbor residents, its programs, and activities.
• Ensure that all Arbor residents are assessed prior to and throughout their residency to ensure that the services assessed are delivered.
• Communicate with residents and family members, organizing care conferences to discuss resident needs.
• Manage the medication administration on the Arbor unit, ensuring proper documentation of all care plans, nurse’s notes and all corresponding documentation for the resident records.
• Responsible for screening, hiring, training and supervising all staff in the Arbor Residence. This includes managing performance, conducting timely performance reviews and all training requirements.
• Assist in preparing an annual operating budget for approval by the Executive Director and allocate the resources to carry out programs and activities of the Arbor.
• Participate in state and federal surveys of the facility, reviewing any deficiencies and developing plans of correction.
• Maintain a good public relations program that serves the best interest of the facility and community alike.
• Make daily inspections of the Arbor and ensure that the Arbor unit and courtyard are maintained.
• Create and maintain a safety culture, setting an example of good safety, ensure safety expectations are being communicated and all staff are following safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Assisted Living Administrator.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health Administration, Business Administration, or similar coursework.
• 2 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a Retirement Community or Assisted Living Facility.
• Knowledgeable of Assisted Living operational standards and requirements of participation.
• Must be familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines governing personnel administration.
• Able to make independent decisions and work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and uphold procedures to ensure all staff are trained and in compliance with this policy. 

Employee Perks:

• Tuition assistance
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
• Career Development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more
• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

The ideal candidate is committed to the training and development needed to become an Executive Director of an Assisted Living Facility with Avamere Health Services.

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