• Plans, organizes, develops and leads the overall activities programming of Memory Care in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

• Ensures a variety of appropriate activities are available throughout the day and evening and that Care Managers are actively involved and engaged with activities when the Coordinator is not on sight.

• Designs, schedules and facilitates the activities program incorporating Life Skills and a variety of dementia appropriate activities.

• Appropriately conveys information to the Executive Director & Nursing to ensure that the residents clinical needs are coordinated and being addressed.

• Prior to move-in, reviews the resident’s preferences and needs educating Care Managers of same.

• Ensures excellence in service delivery, safety, hydration and resident engagement in programming.

• Coordinates dining services to ensure we are meeting individualized resident needs and preferences; participates in dining experience.

• Understands resident changes in condition and takes appropriate action by notifying nursing.

• Reviews Daily Log to document and lean about pertinent information and any resident’s physical and behavioral changes.

• Establishes a cooperative relationship with the local Alzheimer’s Association chapter or other Alzheimer’s advisory organization.

• Ensures monthly family support group meetings are planned and facilitated.

• Ensures that all aspects of the established Memory Care program are implemented as per the spirit of each guideline.

• Strives for excellent quality care and service delivery.

• Develops a thorough working knowledge of current and evolving state laws, regulations, policies and procedures dictated for residents and ensures compliance.

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees through various methods available and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• LPN/Bachelors degree is preferred but not required.

• One (1) year management in dementia care required.

• One (1) year supervisory and management experience including hiring staff, coaching, performance management, daily operations supervision, discipline and counseling required.

• Language Ability:

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, speaking the primary language of the residents.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

• Mathematical Skills:

• Cognitive Demands:

• Computer Skills:

• Ability to use Microsoft Windows, including Word and Excel. Ability to use email and the Internet. Ability to use client tracking and design software.

• Competencies:

• Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled setting

• Possible exposure to unpleasant odors

• Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual

• Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this Job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand and walk. The Team Member is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds independently and up to 200 pounds with assistance of a second employee. Must be able to push up to 350 lb. (wheelchair). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.