Director of Memory Care
Woburn, Massachusetts
You'll oversee the whole Heartfelt Connections memory care program and work alongside residents, families and physicians.
Posted Oct 21 · “Memory Care leadership experience required” from the posting
- Shift and hours
- Monday to Friday schedule Monday - Friday Schedule + Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation
- Unit and setting
- Memory Care · Senior Living create an extraordinary experience for residents living with dementia and memory-related conditions.residents living with dementia and memory-related conditions
- License
- LPN license LPN licensure strongly preferred
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- Experience
- Memory care leadership experience Memory Care leadership experience required
Preferred
- License
- LPN license LPN licensure strongly preferred
- Certification
- State-required certification or licensure Certification or licensure in accordance with state requirements
- Education
- Degree in nursing, social services, therapeutic recreation, or a related field Degree in Nursing, Social Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field preferred
- Also asks
- Experience overseeing resident service plans and interdisciplinary care planning
- Also asks
- Strong background in family communication and physician collaboration
- Also asks
- Knowledge of dementia care best practices and programming development
- Also asks
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
- Also asks
- Passion for coaching and developing high-performing teams
What it pays
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision insuranceMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- BenefitsGenerous PTO packageGenerous PTO package
- BenefitsCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid Life Insurance
- Benefits401(k) with company match401(k) with Company Match
- BenefitsComplimentary employee mealsComplimentary employee meals
- BenefitsProfessional development and career advancement opportunitiesOngoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
More benefits (4)
- BenefitsDaily pay optionDaily Pay option available
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Daily Pay option available
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- monitoring residents for changes in condition Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate appropriate updates to families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Day to day
- care conferences and resident transitions Participate in care conferences and assist with resident transitions, evaluations, and service plan reviews as needed.
- Day to day
- individualized resident engagement programming Develop meaningful, individualized engagement opportunities that promote dignity, purpose, and quality of life.
- Day to day
- family education on dementia Provide support, education, and guidance to families navigating the dementia journey.
- Day to day
- partnering with physicians and family on continuity of care Partner with physicians, clinical providers, and family members to support resident wellbeing and continuity of care.
- Day to day
- leading memory care staff training Lead ongoing education and training for memory care team members.
- Day to day
- coaching staff in person-centered dementia care Coach, mentor, and support staff in delivering person-centered dementia care.
- Hours stated
- Monday - Friday Schedule + Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation
- Weekends
- Manager on Duty weekend rotation Monday - Friday Schedule + Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation
- Details
- Newly built community Our newly built community is designed to provide residents with an engaging, purposeful lifestyle
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, and call?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and floating handled day to day?
Original listing
Posted on The Delaney at The Vale’s careers page.
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Starting Salary: $90,000 Monday - Friday Schedule + Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation Are you a passionate memory care leader with a clinical background and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults and their families? At Delaney at the Vale , we're seeking a Director of Memory Care who can blend exceptional programming, compassionate leadership, and strong clinical collaboration to create an extraordinary experience for residents living with dementia and memory-related conditions. This role is ideal for a leader with experience in memory care, resident assessments, care plan oversight, physician coordination, and family communication who is looking to influence both the quality of care and quality of life for residents in a premier senior living community.
Why Delaney at the Vale? Our newly built community is designed to provide residents with an engaging, purposeful lifestyle while empowering team members to grow professionally and personally. As a member of our leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to shape a memory care program that truly changes lives.
What We Offer Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Generous PTO package Company-paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Complimentary employee meals Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities Collaborative leadership team and supportive culture The opportunity to make a lasting difference for residents and families Daily Pay option available Your Impact As the Director of Memory Care , you will oversee all aspects of our Heartfelt Connections™ Memory Care Program while serving as a key partner to residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members. Lead an Exceptional Memory Care Program Direct and oversee all memory care programming and operations in alignment with the Heartfelt Connections™ philosophy. Develop meaningful, individualized engagement opportunities that promote dignity, purpose, and quality of life.
Create a positive and enriching environment for residents, families, and team members. Support Resident Care & Clinical Outcomes Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure resident assessments, service plans, and care plans accurately reflect resident needs. Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate appropriate updates to families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Partner with physicians, clinical providers, and family members to support resident wellbeing and continuity of care. Participate in care conferences and assist with resident transitions, evaluations, and service plan reviews as needed. Build Strong Family Relationships Serve as a trusted resource and advocate for residents and their families.
Foster open, proactive communication regarding resident wellbeing, engagement, and changing care needs. Provide support, education, and guidance to families navigating the dementia journey. Develop and Inspire Teams Lead ongoing education and training for memory care team members.
Coach, mentor, and support staff in delivering person-centered dementia care. Promote a culture of compassion, accountability, and continuous improvement. Champion Whole-Person Wellness We believe memory care extends beyond clinical support.
You'll help ensure residents experience wellness across all dimensions of life, including emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and environmental wellbeing. Who Will Thrive in This Role? We're seeking a servant leader who combines clinical awareness with a passion for enriching the lives of seniors.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Nursing, Social Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field preferred LPN licensure strongly preferred Memory Care leadership experience required Experience overseeing resident service plans and interdisciplinary care planning Strong background in family communication and physician collaboration Knowledge of dementia care best practices and programming development Certification or licensure in accordance with state requirements Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills Passion for coaching and developing high-performing teams Your Next Leadership Opportunity Awaits If you're looking for an opportunity to combine your passion for dementia care, clinical collaboration, and leadership development, we'd love to meet you. Join Delaney at the Vale and lead a memory care program where meaningful relationships, exceptional resident experiences, and compassionate care come together every day. EEO Employer
What's around it?
Woburn, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 6% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,221/mo
- Household income
- $111,185/yr, all local households, not nurse pay