Memory Care Coordinator
At Priority Life Care (PLC), we believe everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and respect, including our coworkers. If you are looking to serve and make a positive difference in someone’s life — and light the way in senior care — you may be a fit for our committed, professional team.
Priority Life Care is also a designated “Great Place to Work”! When you choose to work at PLC, we provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization. Join our team today and love what you do!
At Priority Life Care, our mission is to light the way in senior care, with respect to affordability and independence.
Under the supervision of the Executive Director and in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, the Memory Care Coordinator (MCC) is responsible for ensuring high-quality resident care within the memory care unit. Their responsibilities include managing the memory unit staff, including training, development, evaluation, scheduling, and personnel problem-solving. Additionally, they are responsible for developing and facilitating programming to meet the specific needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
What we offer
Competitive wages and PTO
Exceptional career advancement opportunities through our "Pathway to Promotion" program
A full range of health plans - including vision and dental
SwiftMD Telemedicine, at low or no cost
Special pay rates on holidays
$10,000 Company-paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Coverage, and Critical Illness
Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Retirement savings plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee referral bonuses
On-demand wages via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!
Rewards Program based on Years of Service and PLC Employee of the Year Award
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Serves the residents as a member of the direct care team
Defines and maintains the standards of the Memory Care unit
Monitors all aspects of patient care and conditions
Understands and reviews the facility’s Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures and Safety Guideline
Assists with the admission of new residents
Reviews care plans daily to ensure provision of appropriate care
Oversees the provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and general nursing services according to care plans and physician directions
Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records
Required to be “on-call” as needed by facility
Collects and labels lab specimens, as needed
Perform general office functions related to the EHR system
Develops and implements activities programs to meet the needs of the residents in the Memory Care unit based on needs assessment, resident interest and functioning ability, and objectives
Assess residents for programs
Creates monthly activity calendars with input from Activities Staff
Oversees the program presentations
Documents activity completion and assessment of success
Maintains inventory per budget
Oversees staff working in the Memory Care Unit
Identifies staff development and provides training to staff working in the Memory Care unit
In collaboration with the DON, evaluates and verifies employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and work techniques
Conducts in-service training and education programs for staff as needed and as related to Memory Care
Unit Management/Other
Oversees the cleanliness & maintenance of the community and memory care unit
Order, store, and maintain supplies and equipment necessary to provide for residents needs in accordance with the established budget
Complies with the requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or transfer of residents per established policies and procedures
Follows infection control guidelines and universal precautions
Reports all hazardous conditions and equipment immediately
Maintains confidentiality of all resident information and ensures resident privacy
Promotes and supports the greatest possible degree of independence for residents
Confers with management and staff to discuss and resolve resident complaints
Relates to residents, family members, public and professionals appropriately
Reports any issues or problems that may arise to the Administrator
Complies with state, federal, and all other applicable health care and safety standards
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, a plus.
LPN certification preferred.
Basic knowledge of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia is required
Dementia Practitioner License preferred and/or Memory Care Practitioner
2 to 3 years of gerontological and care-giving experience preferred
Check us out on our website: www.prioritylc.com or text “CARE” to 85000 for a full list of our job opportunities at PLC
Priority Life Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.