Memory Care Program Director

Ridgewood Center-NJ
  • Ridgewood, New Jersey
  • $65,000–$75,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
30+ days ago

Job Description

Overview:
We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
The Dementia Program Director develops and maintains a program that encompasses dementia patients' physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.
 
*Assess each patient and develop programming that maximizes their abilities and provides contentment, enjoyment, and positive self-esteem. Perform ongoing quality improvement evaluations.
*Engage outside resources to complement activity programs (e.g., entertainment, intergenerational programming, etc.).
*Directly and indirectly supervise all staff assigned to the Dementia Program unit.
*Responsible for the financial performance and budget of the Dementia Program unit.
*Educate families through support groups, family council, and other methods
Qualifications:
*Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology, or another related field is preferred.
*Three years of direct experience with dementia, patients who have dementia, and/or their families and caregivers is required.
*Two years of supervisory experience in a health care setting is required.
*Recommended state licensure and state requirements for this position must be met.
*Clinical knowledge of dementia care, leadership abilities, and marketing skills are required.
Benefits:

*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

*Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members

*On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

 

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage

 

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

 

Posted Salary Range: USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.

Numbers & Facts

LocationRidgewood, New Jersey
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$65,000–$75,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Dementiaunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Long-Term Careunmatched
  • Marketingunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Physician Credentialunmatched
  • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
  • Psychologyunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Recreational Therapyunmatched
  • Social Workunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • Wireless Communicationsunmatched

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