Dementia Care Program Specialist

7 days ago


Sarasota, Florida, United States Brookdale Senior Living Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Memory Care Program Coordinator to join our team at Brookdale Senior Living. As a key member of our community, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating a calendar of person-centered dementia-friendly programs that meet the specific needs of each and every resident.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement a 7-day-a-week person-centered program that is engaging, creative, and tailored to the needs and interests of our residents.
  • Develop a monthly calendar in partnership with residents, ensuring that person-centered special events and daily path programs are scheduled and executed as planned.
  • Ensure that dementia care programs are in compliance with Brookdale's Excellence Standards Tool (BEST), Divisional Dementia Care Site visit tool, state, federal, and other regulations.
  • Collaborate with community leadership to educate and provide resources to families and associates regarding Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
  • May provide direct supervision of Clare Bridge Program Assistants, including assisting with hiring, coaching, and counseling, as well as conducting job performance evaluations.
  • Collaborate with community leadership in planning, coordinating, and participating in special events, including holidays, signature programs, and educational events.
  • Report changes in residents' overall health to clinical partners and take actions to address concerns in a timely manner.
  • Oversee social media content to ensure alignment with Brookdale's culture, brand, and social media guidance.
  • Plan and schedule programming events outside the community, which may include driving a community motor vehicle.
  • Maintain and adhere to departmental budget and expense control.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, education, or a related field.
  • Minimum two years of direct programming experience with older adults and persons with dementia.
  • Valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation.
Working Conditions

This role requires interaction with co-workers, residents, and vendors. Occasional weekend, evening, or night work may be required to ensure shift coverage. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections, as well as potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents.



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