Memory Care Program Manager
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America
Full Time
5 days ago
$80,000 USD
Key skills
Collaboration
About this role
Memory Care Program Manager
Department: Assisted Living
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Reporting To: Amber Lynch
Description
Schedule: Exempt (salary), min 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 5pm | Occasional work hours outside regular business hours as needed
Department: Porter Hills Village | Grand Rapids, MI
What You’ll Do:
Department: Porter Hills Village | Grand Rapids, MI
What You’ll Do:
The Memory Care Program Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach™ model, designed to enhance the quality of life for residents with memory impairments. The Program Manager will lead a team of caregivers, provide ongoing team member training, and work closely with families to ensure a collaborative approach to care.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, manage, and support Positive Approach™ Model to next level of designation.
- Develop and oversee individualized care plans and therapeutic programs tailored to each person's unique needs and goals.
- Develop and oversee daily activity schedules.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local Alzheimer’s and dementia organizations.
- Works in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team on resident care plans, including participating in family communications and care conferences.
- Conduct regular assessments of residents to monitor cognitive and functional status, adjusting care plans as needed.
- Implement a formal training program utilizing the Positive Approach™ model for all team members, residents and families.
- Provide ongoing education and training on dementia care.
- Provide education and marketing for Positive Approach™ Model.
- Provide monthly Alzheimer education for the community.
- Serve as a point of contact for families who are dealing with dementia and other cognitive impairments by providing guidance and education.
- Conduct regular audits of care plans, medication management, and safety protocols to maintain high standards of care.
The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in memory care, dementia care, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with the elder population.
- Working knowledge and proficiency of electronic medical records, Point Click Care software preferred
- Positive Approach to Care (PAC) certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or similar certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of all forms of dementia, including current best practices for care.
- Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.
Benefits
- Generous 6 weeks of Flexible time off per year—plus paid holidays on top of that.
- Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
- Daily Pay –Instantly transfer your daily earnings.
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
- Career Growth & Development – Advance your career with tuition assistance and school scholarships up to $3,000 per semester.
- Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed 120 a year!
- Mileage Reimbursement – Offered for work-related travel.
ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT
Brio Living Services is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us at loveyourcareer@mybrio.org
BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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