Memory Care Activity Director

Cottage Care Director (Memory Care Activity Director / Recreational Therapist) Spring Arbor of KinstonKinston NC Full-TimeLead with purpose. Create moments of joy. Make Memory Care feel like you have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors living with Alzheimers and dementia Spring Arbor of Kinston is looking for a compassionate creative and experienced Cottage Care Director to lead our Memory Care programming and create meaningful moments for our residents every single role blends leadership team development resident advocacy and innovative programming into one deeply meaningful Looking for Someone Who:Has 5 years of experience working with individuals living with Alzheimers disease or other forms of dementiaHas experience as a Recreational Therapist Activity Director Memory Care Program Director or in a similar leadership roleHolds an LPN or Med Tech certification (highly preferred)Is passionate about creating engaging person-centered programming that promotes dignity purpose and joyThrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys leading and inspiring a teamLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead and oversee all Memory Care team members including Med Techs CNAs and caregiversRecruit hire train coach and develop your Cottage Care staffConduct onboarding ongoing education and state-required trainingBuild a positive collaborative resident-centered team culturePartner with the Executive Director and Resident Care Director to drive operational excellence and regulatory complianceMemory Care Programming & Resident EngagementDevelop and oversee innovative person-centered activities and life enrichment programmingCreate meaningful opportunities that support cognitive physical emotional social and spiritual well-beingIncorporate life skills sensory experiences reminiscence programs and therapeutic engagement into daily routinesHonor each residents unique story preferences and abilities while encouraging participationChampion an environment built around the specific needs of residents living with memory impairmentResident Care & Quality AssuranceComplete resident assessments and ensure timely accurate documentationDevelop implement and monitor individualized care plansCollaborate closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure exceptional careMonitor physician orders and follow through on resident care needsAudit Medication Administration Records (MARs) and coordinate with pharmacy partnersOversee medication administration processes and support resident safety initiativesPartner with the interdisciplinary team to monitor wellness and coordinate servicesCommunity LeadershipServe as an active member of the community leadership teamSupport Manager-on-Duty responsibilities as assignedParticipate in family meetings community events marketing initiatives and resident engagement opportunitiesBuild strong lasting relationships with residents families team members and community partnersAdditional Qualifications:Must be at least 21 years of ageStrong understanding of Alzheimers disease dementia and cognitive impairmentExperience reviewing incidents changes in condition and fall prevention strategiesExcellent communication problem-solving and organizational abilitiesA genuine commitment to resident confidentiality and HIPAA complianceWhy Spring Arbor of KinstonAt Spring Arbor we believe Memory Care is about more than providing care its about creating moments of joy connection purpose and belonging. As our Cottage Care Director youll lead a dedicated team committed to excellence while helping residents truly thrive every single Arbor of Kinston NC Full-Time ExemptLeadership Role Meaningful Career ImpactApply today or message us directly to learn more about this rewarding opportunity!The Cottage Care Director (CCD) plans directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service RESPONSIBILITIES:Supervisory role of all MTs CNAs and other cottage staffRecruit and hire manage and direct cottage care staffOrient monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff including state required trainingCollaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as requiredFunction 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 philosophyCreate and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programmingMonitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completionAudit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changesComplete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skillsDevelop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residentsMonitor all aspects of the medication administration programDirect and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriateSee full job description for additional job dutiesKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Experience in and knowledge of diagnosesKnowledge of medication and administration proceduresKnowledge in diagnostic review of resident fallsKnowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of CareEducational background in understanding cognitive impairmentAbility to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiologyAbility to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for residents needsKnowledge of effective supervisory and management practices techniques and methodsKnowledge of resources for seniors and of related agenciesUnderstanding of the social psychological and recreational needs of Alzheimers and memory impaired residentsAbility to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelinesQUALIFICATIONS:Must be 21 years of age or olderExperience or training in an equivalent setting preferredRN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authorityGeneral understanding of and concern for the needs of seniorsAptitude and previous experience with Alzheimers and memory impaired residents