Pathways Director

Community Name: Heritage Place Assisted Living
Address: 621 Old Hwy 1187
Phone: +1 817‑293‑2300
Status: Full‑time

About the Role

The Memory Care Director manages the overall operations of the community Memory Care program in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and Sagora Senior Living policies and procedures. The Director will implement the Sagora Pathways Program and make recommendations for additional programming needed at the community level to the Executive Director and Regional Lifestyle/Pathways Specialist.

Join our team at a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, where we put Residents First while being team‑focused and quality‑centered. At Sagora we invest in and empower our team members to move upward within the company and in their careers. Based on team member surveys, we are certified as a Great Place to Work! Our Core Values are Commitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork. The name “Sagora” combines “Sage” (wisdom) and “Agora” (a gathering place), reflecting our community as a gathering place of wisdom.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Memory Care (Pathways) department.
• Maintain Memory Care resident safety and security.
• Hire, train, and schedule MC caregivers to ensure resident needs are met.
• Oversee, coach, and train MC caregivers and lifestyle team.
• Facilitate programming for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by following Sagora Pathways memory‑care programming.
• Plan and organize daily events, including large and small group activities.
• Maintain regular communication with residents, family members, and associates.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly calendars, monthly newsletter, family functions, support groups, and community outreach.
• Maintain a proactive, person‑centered approach to resident needs, including challenging behaviors.
• Ensure all company systems are in place to provide quality services and care for residents.
• Coordinate and communicate resident care needs with family members and the Executive Director.
• Coordinate a volunteer program for the benefit of residents in accordance with company policy.
• Document community history with photographs and scrapbooks.
• Operate program within budget.
• Serve as Manager on Duty (“MOD”) as assigned.
• Work with other members of the management team to market and manage the community.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills/Requirements

• 4‑year degree with emphasis in gerontological studies or recreation programs preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Word, PowerPoint).
• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License where necessary and meet company driving standards.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently and communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends for special events.
• Must possess or be willing to acquire a valid driver’s license to drive on company time as needed.

Benefits

• Company‑paid telemedicine service for all full‑time benefit‑eligible team members.
• On‑Demand Pay – request a pay advance.
• Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flex Plan.
• Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Team Member Assistance Program – counseling services.
• Discounted meal tickets.
• Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring friends.
• Tuition assistance for programs directly related to the position.
• Opportunities to build lasting relationships with residents.