Memory Care Activities Coordinator - Full Time

About the role

81 Oaks Senior Living is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and Alzheimer’s-and-dementia-focused Memory Care Activities Coordinator to lead and elevate the Life Enrichment program within our Memory Care neighborhood. This is a leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a structured, dementia-informed activity program that supports the cognitive, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of residents at all stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and implement a structured, therapeutic activities program specific to Memory Care.
• Create engaging activities that support cognitive stimulation, emotional wellbeing, sensory engagement, movement, and social connection.
• Develop programming for residents across all stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
• Maintain a monthly calendar aligned with state expectations and Life Enrichment standards.
• Ensure documentation and program delivery meet regulatory requirements.
• Lead daily group and individual activities with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Adapt activities based on residents’ physical abilities, cognitive levels, and emotional needs.
• Encourage participation while respecting resident autonomy and dignity.
• Use dementia-informed communication strategies to support engagement.
• Recognize and appropriately redirect escalating behaviors.
• Collaborate with the Director of Memory Care and Clinical team to support holistic resident care.
• Provide guidance to team members on dementia communication techniques and engagement strategies.
• Serve as a resource and coach to staff on dementia communication techniques and engagement strategies.
• Support a culture of dignity, patience, and understanding within the Memory Care neighborhood.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Activities Coordinator or similar leadership role in a Memory Care or Alzheimer’s setting required.
• Demonstrated experience working with residents across all stages of dementia.
• Strong knowledge of dementia behaviors, communication techniques, and redirection strategies.
• Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or certification through the National Council of Dementia Practitioners preferred.
• Ability to create structured, state-compliant activity calendars.
• Proven ability to lead group programming confidently and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills to adapt activities to varying abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• Physical stamina to assist residents during activities and remain actively engaged throughout the day.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and professionalism in managing dementiarelated emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening (additional information available at: https://ahca.myflorida.com/healthqualityassurance/bureauofcentralservices/backgroundscreening)