Memory Care Director

The Cottage Care (Memory) Director (CCD) plans, directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory role of all MTs, CNAs and other cottage staff Recruit and hire, manage and direct cottage care staff Orient, monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff, including state required training Collaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as required Function 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 philosophy Create and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programming Monitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completion Audit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changes Complete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skills Develop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residents Monitor all aspects of the medication administration program Direct and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriate See full job description for additional job duties

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Experience in and knowledge of diagnoses Knowledge of medication and administration procedures Knowledge in diagnostic review of resident falls Knowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of Care Educational background in understanding cognitive impairment Ability to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiology Ability to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for resident's needs Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices, techniques, and methods Knowledge of resources for seniors and of related agencies Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of Alzheimer's and memory impaired residents Ability to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 21 years of age or older Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred RN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authority General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer's and memory impaired residents