Memory Care Specialist

Wentworth Senior Living is Hiring a Full-Time Memory Care Specialist!

Join Our Mission: Success in our community starts with our people. The skill, dedication, and well-being of our team shape the care and experience we provide. Our strong resident and family satisfaction reflects the relationships and shared purpose at the heart of our community. If you’re looking for meaningful work where you’re supported, valued, and can make a lasting impact on seniors’ lives through person-centered care, we invite you to join us in helping residents live fuller, more engaged lives.

Location: Portsmouth, NH. WSL is located steps from Portsmouth’s Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum.

Job Summary: As a Memory Care Specialist, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming, person-centered resident experience, with responsibilities including:

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate meaningful and engaging group activities.

• Create and maintain a therapeutic environment that promotes resident well-being, dignity, and engagement.

• Collaborate with nursing, dining, housekeeping, and other departments to support residents' individual needs.

• Assist with resident dining experiences and escort residents to and from activities and programs.

• Accurately document resident interactions and participation in a timely manner.

• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative care environment.

Requirements:

Education

• High School Diploma required

Licensure, Registration, and Certification

• Active NH LNA license preferred

Experience

• Previous experience working with individuals with cognitive impairment required.

• Proficient use of technology. iPhone use is an essential function of the position.

We compensate our staff with competitive salaries and many other benefits*.

Hours: This position is scheduled for three (3) 12-hour day shifts per week, working Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Rate: $21.00 /hour

Benefits:

• Generous PTO

• Weekly pay

• High staff-to-resident ratio

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match (after one year)

• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage

• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts

• Employee development and education reimbursement assistance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free employee meals

• $1,000 employee referral bonus program

• Ongoing employee appreciation initiatives and recognition throughout the year

About WSL: WSL is a nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, NH. Established in 1911, we continue to provide exceptional, personalized care and support to our residents and local seniors.

As an independent nonprofit, we can adapt quickly to the evolving needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to supporting seniors’ health, independence, relationships, and interests—ensuring they remain fully engaged and living richer, more meaningful lives. To learn more about WSL, please visit, https://wentworthseniorliving.org.

Contingencies: All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check and drug test.

EEO Statement: WSL provides equal employment opportunities in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status or veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state, federal or local laws or ordinances.

* Benefit eligibility varies by employment status after completing a waiting period.