What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Program Director position at Heritage Woods and V2U?
Overview:
Qualifications:
Benefits:
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
The Memory Suport Director is responsible for the delivery of efficient and effective dementia care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/resident and family satisfaction. The Director develops and maintains a quality program that therapeutically addresses the needs of patients/residents with dementia and their family.
- Works with nursing center leadership to develop, allocate and control the budget for the Department, actively participating in the business planning process including marketing plans.
- Manages memory care staffing to make sure staffing is sufficient to meet the needs of the patients/family; interviews, hires, on-boards, orients and manages the performance of staff.
- Completes rounds on the unit to observe patients/residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met.
- Ensures education, training, and competency validation is completed per Genesis policies and state and federal regulations.
- Employs a strong Quality Improvement (QI) process for the department and participates on the QI Committee.
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Gerontology or other related field.
- Three years of direct experience in Dementia care delivery.
- Two years of supervisory experience in an appropriate healthcare setting.
- State licensure in respective discipline required.
- Variable compensation plans
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
- Pet Insurance
- Term and Whole Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Personal Accident
- Critical Illness
- Cancer Coverage
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range: USD $52,000.00 - USD $62,400.00 /Yr.Salary : $52,000 - $62,400