Director of Compass Programming (Memory Care)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Concord Park is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences who enjoys an exceptional reputation among both families and professionals for providing quality care creating innovative programs that enhance quality of life for residents and for maintaining the highest of industry standards. But it is our associates commitment to our Right Values philosophy that established and maintains this position of excellence respect and trustworthiness in the senior housing industry. Working in the assisted living field requires compassion integrity. Our most successful associates dont view their role as just a job but as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors.
Concord Parks caring and compassionate programming team members provide therapeutic opportunities and meaningful engagement our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe home-like and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 inThe Boston Globes 2024 List of Top Places to Workand #35 in the nation by USA Today!Concord Park is located at 68 Commonwealth Avenue Concord MA. Learn more about Concord Park here.
SCHEDULE
Annual rate starting at $70000
Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off holiday pay health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield dental and vision insurance disability coverage complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:
- DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity equity and inclusion for the whole company!
- Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents (up to $2500!)
- Retail discounts include cellphone plans pet insurance home & auto insurance car rentals identity theft protection office supplies concert & museum tickets travel shopping and much more!
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
- Nationwide tuition rewards program.
- Free meals during shifts at the community.
- Extensive professional development and education programs including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking
- Manage the daily operation of the Compass Memory Support Neighborhood in coordination with the leadership team
- Manage a comprehensive therapeutic program with the goal of enhancing social intellectual creative spiritual and physical well-being of residents in accordance with Compass goals and procedures
- Lead daily programs for residents with Alzheimers and related dementias
- Supervise and train programming assistants Resident Care Associates and volunteers
- Assist with monthly newsletter Facebook and community events
- Plan scheduled outings for residents and occasionally drive the van/car
- Manage the department budget
- Serve as Manager on Duty including rotating weekends
- 3 years of senior healthcare experience; Professional licensure in related healthcare field preferred
- Knowledge of Alzheimers Disease related dementias and behavior management techniques and a sincere desire to work with cognitively impaired residents
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Certified Alzheimers Association support group leader (if you dont we will offer the opportunity to get these certifications)
- A valid drivers license and history of accident-free driving.Must be able to be insured insured by community auto insurance (25 years of age)
- Teamwork: Promote a positive team spirit and a culture of cooperation openness enthusiasm customer service and an atmosphere conducive to growth.
- Trustworthiness: Demonstrate an acute sense of responsibility and moral integrity with strong follow-through on commitments inspiring the trust of others.
- Professionalism: Provide leadership; take the initiative handle pressure and be level-headed in emergencies treat others with respect excel at project management.
- Communication: Interact clearly and effectively with an openness to other peoples ideas and thoughts; Demonstrate patience tact positive energy and enthusiasm.
- Technical Ability: You cant be successful at this job if you are averse to technology! We use technology to do our jobs and communicate with residents families and coworkers.
Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associates (and residents) experiences perspectives and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive equitable and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECares LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.
Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status pregnancy national origin ancestry age disability veteran or military status disability genetic information or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state federal or local addition The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff re-hire transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Since 1990, Senior Living Residences has created service-enriched independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer’s care options for seniors in New England.
