Memory Care Program Coordinator

$31,075 - $38,854/Yr

Brookdale Senior Living - Biloxi, MS

Full-time - Entry Level

Biloxi, MS

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Memory Care Program Coordinator at Brookdale Senior Living is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating person-centered dementia-friendly programs that enhance the quality of life for residents within the dementia care community. This role involves engaging residents in meaningful activities, ensuring compliance with care standards, and collaborating with community leadership to educate families and staff about dementia care. The coordinator also supervises program assistants and manages programming events, while maintaining a budget and adhering to Brookdale's mission and policies.

Responsibilities

• Designs a 7-day a week person-centered program that is engaging and meets the needs of individual residents.
• Develops a monthly calendar based on residents' shared interests and ensures special events are scheduled and executed.
• Ensures dementia care programs comply with Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST) and other regulations.
• Educates families and associates about Alzheimer's disease and dementia, facilitating training and in-services as required.
• May supervise Clare Bridge Program Assistants, including hiring and performance evaluations.
• Plans and participates in special events, including holidays and educational programs.
• Reports changes in residents' health to clinical partners and collaborates on interventions.
• Oversees social media content to align with Brookdale's culture and standards.
• Plans programming events outside the community, which may involve driving a community vehicle.
• Maintains department budget and may manage volunteer programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years of direct programming experience with older adults and persons with dementia preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a care setting.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and programming.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
• Variety of Associate Discounts
• Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access for Hourly Associates