Memory Care Activities Director

Merrill Gardens at Anthem is a Montessori-Inspired Memory Care Community supporting individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. We’re seeking a compassionate Memory Care Activities Director (Inspire Connections Program Director) to provide respectful, personalized care that promotes dignity and independence through meaningful, hands-on engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensures regulatory compliance.
• Maintains records and documentation per policy.
• Assists RCD/GHD in training all Garden House Team Members.
• Assists RCD/GHD in communicating with families regarding residents' engagement.
• Assists with evaluation of incoming residents and periodic re-evaluation to assure that interests are identified and activity needs are met.
• With GM and GHD, coordinates daily activity routine of the Garden House, including any specialized activities.
• With ALPD, works on coordinating some activities/events all AL/IL and GH residents can be included in.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in a variety of dementia-appropriate activities, social events, and outings for residents according to engagement program standards.
• Orders supplies, schedules, and sets up all activities in the Garden House.
• Provides GM and GHD with daily status reports on all Garden House residents.
• Assists GHD with ensuring that the neighborhood is clean, orderly, and secure in all common and activity areas.
• While working closely with the Garden House Team, may provide assistance with housekeeping, laundry, meals, as appropriate.
• Provides leadership in creating and maintaining the highest standards of Garden House activities.
• Meets with residents and families regularly as directed.
• Ensures that residents’ activity needs are being met with attention to individuality and dignity while maintaining an optimal level of functional ability in a professional and safe manner.
• Ensures that the Garden House team is fully trained in the Inspire Connection activity program.
• Acknowledges residents’ special days (i.e., anniversaries and birthdays). Arranges and coordinates diverse holiday celebrations.
• Tracks resident activity participation and adjusts calendar events accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent. (Must be at least 18 years of age.)
• Two years’ experience in Dementia care.
• Senior living experience preferred.
• Must meet all requirements of background checks.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care.
• Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Full-time employees

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off - 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.

Part-time employees

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.