Director of Memory Care Programs (Senior Living)
Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States with more than 15,000 units nationwide. As Director of Memory Care at The Landing of Poughkeepsie, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every day by leading the dementia and memory care program to ensure residents receive compassionate, individualized care and engagement.
Position Highlights
- Status: Full Time
- Schedule: Preferred schedule Sunday–Thursday, providing leadership coverage and family accessibility on weekends; traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs, including Manager on Duty hours and on-call for emergency situations
- Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
- Rate of Pay: $65,000–$70,000 plus a 10% Annual Performance Bonus Target
About the Community
The Landing of Poughkeepsie is a welcoming senior living community designed for older adults who want meaningful connection, dependable support, and a warm, home-like place to call their own. Assisted Living and SHINE® Memory Care neighborhoods offer personalized help with daily routines, engaging programs, and apartment-style living that feels comfortable and familiar. Residents enjoy maintenance-free studio and one-bedroom apartments, chef-prepared dining, and wellness-focused amenities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Memory Care program
- Design and implement dementia-specific programming, including Life Skills and individualized engagement
- Partner with Activities and Celebrations teams to deliver meaningful daily experiences
- Supervise, train, and support care staff, ensuring compassionate and compliant service delivery
- Lead and coach care managers in best practices for dementia care
- Facilitate monthly family support groups and serve as a family liaison
- Collaborate with Health & Wellness to align care plans with clinical needs
- Monitor compliance with all state, local, and federal dementia care regulations; prepare for audits and inspections
- Manage department budgets, staffing, and performance standards
- Serve as the community champion for dementia education and awareness
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum 1 year of management experience in dementia/memory care
- Supervisory experience managing CNAs and/or care staff
- Knowledge of dementia care regulations and compliance standards
- Strong leadership, organizational, and coaching skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends as needed
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with electronic care or scheduling systems preferred
- Compassionate, resident-centered approach with a passion for serving individuals with dementia
Culture & Values
Discovery Senior Living is unified by core values called the “Pillars of Excellence”: Teamwork, Integrity, Performance, Accountability, Compassion, Hard Work, and Creativity. These virtues form a roadmap that fosters innovation and success, and the company embraces change to constantly refresh the environment and culture for team members and residents alike.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid training and career growth opportunities
- Wellness-related benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Job Code: 1009958