Director of Memory Care (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 a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide.

About the role

As the Director of Memory Care, you’ll lead our dementia and memory care program to ensure residents receive compassionate, individualized care and engagement. You will oversee program development, compliance, and team leadership while creating a safe, supportive, and life-enriching 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

Requirements

• LPN license required
• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Director of Health and Wellness or Assistant Director of Health and Wellness in Assisted Living and/or 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

Pay

$65k–$73k annually base salary plus 10% annual performance bonus.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with rotating on-call.

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)

Location

3221 24th Ave NW, Norman, OK (fully on-site, no travel required).

Join Norman’s newest senior living community, featuring the Alzheimer’s Association-approved SHINE Memory Care program and a proven reputation for excellence, having been named Best Assisted Living for three consecutive years. Our community is supported by a strong leadership team, engaged associates, and a vibrant resident culture that creates a welcoming and rewarding environment for both residents and team members.

Discovery Senior Living has earned Great Place to Work® certification for 2025–2027. Our culture is built on core values: Teamwork, Integrity, Performance, Accountability, Compassion, Hard Work, and Creativity. We embrace change to foster innovation and success, ensuring a dynamic environment for both residents and team members.