Job description

Description of Position:

The Memory Care Manager works as a liaison between residents, resident families, and staff.

Responsibilities of the Memory Care Manager:

ü Ensure that the policies and procedures are effective and enforced to support the health and safety of the residents.

ü Coordinate memory care admissions with the Wellness Manager including supervising move- ins to be sure accommodations are as desired, assessments are completed, and care is immediately implemented.

ü Develop, create, plan and organize the daily program including the printed calendar of events and ensure its implementation 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

ü Investigate serious incidents involving memory care residents which result in injuries or death in order to identify and implement opportunity for improvement in care.

ü Monitor and document memory care staff performance to ensure that care and services are being delivered safely and in accordance with the Georgia Assisted Living Community Rules and Regulations.

ü Manage and supervise memory care staff by providing assignments, support, direction, feedback, and training. Participate in hiring and performance reviews.

ü Evaluate the program utilizing quality enhancement tools and family feedback.

ü Partner with and otherwise assist the Wellness Manager in establishing and maintaining a medication system which adheres to state, federal and company laws, regulations and guidelines.

ü Review and utilize the Community’s disaster preparedness plan for staff and residents to follow in case of fire, explosion, natural disaster, or other emergency, including interruption of electrical power supply, gas-heating supply and water supply.

ü Notify Wellness Manager of at-risk residents in need of a higher level of care.

ü Conduct individual resident history, preferences assessments, and develop individualized service and program plans.

ü Coordinate care planning with families, physicians, and home health agencies while working within the Community’s policies and procedures.

ü Monitor staff performance, providing additional training as necessary.

ü Work together with the Resident Care Coordinator in scheduling and supervising staff; be available to cover staffing when needed.

ü Work together with the Resident Care Coordinator in providing training and orientation to new assisted living staff members and ongoing training to current staff members.

ü Facilitate a pro-active problem-solving approach to challenging resident behaviors.

ü Maintain the budget for the memory care program.

ü May drive community vehicle for medical, social, or other outings.

ü Attend monthly staff meetings.

ü May participate in Manager on Duty Program.

ü Read all shift change acknowledgement notes.

ü Other duties as assigned by the Wellness Manager and/or Administrator.

Position Requirements:

ü Must be a registered LPN or RN.

ü Must have an acceptable criminal background record check.

ü Must keep a current certification in emergency first aid and CPR.

ü Must have a clear tuberculosis screening upon hire to assure that the employee is free of diseases communicable within the scope of employment.

ü Must have a physical examination prior to employment and as required by the Community after an injury or illness to assure that the employee is physically qualified to work.

ü Prefer a degree in a related field (social services, nursing, behavioral health, etc)

ü Must have two to four years minimum experience in caring for people with dementia and in developing and facilitating activity programs, preferably as a manager.

ü Must be able to bend/stoop, climb, reach above shoulder level, kneel, balance, push, pull, squat, crouch, lift, carry, and move up to one hundred (100) pounds.

ü Must have training in emergency evacuation procedures, medical and social needs of the residents, resident’s rights, abuse and neglect reporting, infection control, medication assistance, dementia, and courses relevant to the job duties.

ü Must obtain at least twenty-four (24) hours of continuing education the first year and sixteen (16) hours of continuing education courses each year thereafter.

ü Must have knowledge about the disease process, the changes associated with dementia illnesses, how they affect the individual’s ability to function, and the adaptive strategies that help maintain a resident’s abilities.

ü Employee must not be under the influence of alcohol or other substances while engaged in any work-related activity on behalf of the Community.

ü Employee must wear a name tag at all times while on the property or engaged in any work- related activity on behalf of the Community.

ü Experience with staff supervision.

ü Able to manage a small budget.

ü Able to work various schedules and shifts as needed, including weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Memory Care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN or RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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