Memory Care Director

The Cottage Care (Memory) Director (CCD) plans, directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervisory role of all MTs, CNAs and other cottage staff
• Recruit and hire, manage and direct cottage care staff
• Orient, monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff, including state required training
• Collaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as required
• Function as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage, presenting the community, planning and participating in staff meetings, planning and implementing marketing and community events)

• Develop a care team and residential living environment that supports overall Cottage Care philosophy
• Create and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programming
• Monitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completion
• Audit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changes
• Complete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skills
• Develop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residents
• Monitor all aspects of the medication administration program
• Direct and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriate
• See full job description for additional job duties

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience in and knowledge of diagnoses
• Knowledge of medication and administration procedures
• Knowledge in diagnostic review of resident falls
• Knowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of Care
• Educational background in understanding cognitive impairment
• Ability to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiology
• Ability to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for resident’s needs
• Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices, techniques, and methods
• Knowledge of resources for seniors and of related agencies
• Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
• Ability to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred
• RN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authority
• General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors
• Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents