Dementia Specialist

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• Dementia Specialist
• Westwood, NJ Fulltime
• Salary range: 90-125K per Year CareOne Harmony Village at Valley The Dementia Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to: Position Summary CareOne Harmony Village is seeking an experienced and compassionate Dementia Specialist to lead clinical excellence, staff education, and resident-centered programming for individuals living with memory impairment.

This leadership role collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure best-in-class dementia care, optimal resident placement, and ongoing staff development. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Program Management Ensure timely, compliant documentation in accordance with federal/state regulations and facility policies Serve as a subject matter expert and role model in dementia care best practices Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning Conduct cognitive assessments and reassessments (at least every 6 months or as needed) Collaborate with Director of Wellness (DOW) to ensure appropriate resident placement and care levels Communicate reassessment outcomes with families and guide care transitions Maintain strong partnerships with healthcare providers and external vendors Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents and staff Education & Staff Development Design and implement monthly dementia training programs for all departments Deliver onboarding and ongoing education to ensure staff competency in dementia care Assess staff learning needs through observation and performance feedback Provide 1:1 coaching and mentoring for staff requiring additional support Educate dietary and other departments to enhance resident experience (e.g., dining engagement) Lead family education sessions on dementia care and progression Resident Services & Care Support Support care partners in managing behavioral and cognitive challenges Participate in pre-admission and ongoing assessments to ensure appropriate placement Assist in new resident onboarding and family transitions Monitor care plan compliance and collaborate with departments for updates Foster a warm, structured, and calming environment throughout the community Work collaboratively with private aides to ensure alignment with care standards Marketing & Outreach Partner with marketing team on community education initiatives and outreach events Participate in pre-admission assessments to support occupancy goals Contribute to community reputation as a leader in dementia care Program Oversight & Collaboration Review and align activity programming with resident cognitive levels Meet regularly with department leaders to ensure staff readiness and training compliance Participate in Manager-on-Duty rotation and leadership meetings Support internal promotion and staff career development within Harmony Village Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree required Master's Degree preferred Experience Minimum 10 years of experience working with individuals with dementia or memory impairments Prior management or leadership experience required Licensure/Certification Active RN, MSW, or OT license Dementia certification required Key Competencies Expertise in dementia care models and behavioral interventions Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills Ability to influence cross-functional teams Compassionate, patient-centered approach Organizational and compliance-focused mindset Why Join CareOne Harmony Village Work in a specialized, mission-driven memory care environment Make a measurable impact on residents, families, and staff Opportunity to lead innovative dementia programming Collaborative and growth-oriented culture