Memory Care Administrator
About Discovery Senior Living
Discovery Senior Living ranks prominently among the 5 largest senior housing providers in the US, and is nationally renowned for designing, developing, marketing, and operating a multi-brand portfolio of upscale, luxury senior-living communities. With over 250 communities in nearly 40states, and 15,000 dedicated employees, Discovery Senior Living, with multiple national brands, is one the largest and fastest growing senior living companies in the United States. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Discovery continues its rapid growth trajectory to lead the industry in providing desirable communities and exceptional lifestyle and value for our residents all while retaining our family-first culture. We’re a 30-year-old innovative company with a rich history of delivering exceptional service and quality care in desirable, enriching residential environments.
Discovery Senior Living is looking for a Memory Care Administrator to join our community at Discovery Village at The Forum.
About the Opportunity
Does working for the leader in the Senior Housing industry sound like the professional challenge you are seeking? Discovery Senior Living offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their own careers. You'll be working with incredible individuals with boundless creativity.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for program development and implementation within the Memory Care Program. Responsible for providing physical and emotional support to each Memory Care resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home like environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Designs, schedules and facilitates Memory Care program incorporating Life Skills and a variety of dementia appropriate activities.
- Partners with the Celebrations Director to ensure a variety of appropriate activities are available throughout the day and evening and that Care Managers are actively involved and engaged with activities.
- Partners with the Celebrations Director in compiling, coordinating, and executing a comprehensive and varied program of activities to meet the broad spectrum of interests and capabilities of Memory Care residents
- Provides ongoing in-service education to the Memory Care staff that is relative to the disease processes and population being served
- Partners with Director of Health and Wellness to ensure that the residents’ clinical needs are addressed.
- Prior to move-in, reviews the resident’s preferences and needs educating Care Managers of same.
- Facilitates the Service Plan and Daily Assignment Sheet development to ensure excellence in service delivery, safety, hydration and resident engagement in programming.
- Acts as the community champion in Memory Care programming and activities.
- Partners with dining services to ensure meeting individualized resident needs and preferences; participates in dining experience.
- Understands resident changes in condition and takes appropriate action.
- 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.
- Develops specific programming and approach mechanisms that are tailored to meet the needs of residents with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease or related Dementia.
- Serves as the family liaison for the resident of the Memory Care Program.
- Ensures monthly family support group meetings are planned and facilitated.
- Attends seminars, professional conferences, and other educational sessions to stay current with new research and ideas. Maintaining any applicable certifications for position and/or state requirements
- Responsible for maintaining the operations of the program within state regulations.
- Other duties as assigned
- Strives for excellent quality care and service delivery.
- Develops and implements appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies and other regulatory compliance.
- Develops a thorough working knowledge of current and evolving state laws, regulations, policies and procedures dictated for residents and ensures compliance.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
- Strives for excellent quality care and service delivery.
- Develops and implements appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies and other regulatory compliance.
- Develops a thorough working knowledge of current and evolving state laws, regulations, policies and procedures dictated for residents and ensures compliance.
Financial Management
- Assists the Executive Director in completing the annual community budget
- Manages the department budget to include labor and other expenses and its impact on the community’s bottom line
- Reviews monthly financial statements, implements plans of action for deficiencies
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities of the Care Managers working within the Memory Care Program in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Requirements:
- One (1) year management in dementia care required.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Ability to delegate assignments.
- Competent in organizational and time management skills.
- Must demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work flexible schedule.
Benefits:
In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package.
Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.
EOE D/V