Director of Memory Care

Position Summary

As the Director of Memory Care, you will provide leadership, oversight, and coordination of all memory care services to ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality environment for residents living with cognitive impairment. You will promote person-centered care, ensure regulatory compliance, supervise staff, and partner with families and interdisciplinary teams to support residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical leader, supporting the care team and overall healthcare operations of the community.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical staff to meet the healthcare needs of residents.
• Hire, train, supervise, and manage caregiving staff, including caregivers and medication technicians.
• Ensure all healthcare operations comply with DSS regulations, including incident reporting and required in-service training programs.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments, appraisals, and re-appraisals in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized care and service plans, including updates based on changes in resident condition.
• Monitor and anticipate changes in resident status and ensure appropriate interventions.
• Lead clinical quality and process improvement initiatives through tracking, trending, and analysis of internal data.
• Oversee contracted pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with medication management regulations, including storage, administration, and documentation.
• Cook up with external healthcare providers, including hospitals, physicians, home health agencies, hospice providers, and specialty clinics.
• Represent the community as a healthcare professional in external partnerships and professional interactions.
• Cook up with internal transportation services to support resident medical appointments.
• Respond to emergencies in accordance with established emergency management procedures.
• Participate in overall community operations and events as needed.
• Serve as a liaison to residents’ families, addressing concerns, requests, and care needs.
• Cook up with caregiving staff to develop and manage staffing schedules.
• Provide direct clinical and caregiving support to residents when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of clinical experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked within an assisted living or memory care setting.
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and DSS regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience.
• Ability to manage and coordinate a multi-faceted clinical program, including problem resolution.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to respond quickly in clinical situations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including documentation platforms and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of quality improvement, infection control, risk management, and survey processes preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and squatting.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 70% of the workday.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, transfer, turn, and position residents weighing up to 125 pounds unassisted, or with assistance for residents over 125 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to communicable diseases, odors, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Fine motor skills with good visual acuity.

JOB DETAILS

Pay Rate: $145,000 - $160,000 annually
Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Shift Schedule: Day
Working Days: Sunday - Thursday
Days Off: Friday and Saturday