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Memory Care Program Assistant

Job SummaryAssists Clare Bridge Program Manager or Coordinator in leading and implementing a calendar of person centered dementia friendly programs that meet specific needs of each and all residents within the dementia care community.

In alignment with Brookdales Resident and Family Engagement philosophy, assists in providing person centered programs while engaging residents in meaningful and purposeful dementia care programs within the Brookdale community enhancing their quality of life.

Recognizes individual abilities and needs while encouraging independence and ensuring resident habits, historical routines, interests and preferences are honored in the provision of care and programming.Essential FunctionsSupports the implementation of a person centered program to meet individual needs and interests of the residents.

Assists in leading and engaging residents in the 7 domains of well-being programs - purposeful, intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional and physical in a dementia friendly structured environment; including sensory focused small groups for residents who cannot participate in a large group setting.Assists the Program Manager or Coordinator in the review of individual residents service plans and completes program documentation, as required by Brookdale standards or state requirements.Assists the program manager or coordinator in ensuring dementia care programs are in compliance with state, federal, and other regulations and meet Brookdales mission, policies, procedures and standards.Assists in providing guidance and resource to associates on the importance of programming/engagement and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents.Coordinates and participates in special events at the community including family socials, marketing/sales and open houses.Communicates positively with residents, families, and community professionals regarding the Brookdale dementia care program and its benefits.

Communicates with families regarding residents personal needs and successes.Assists Manager or Coordinator with meeting the departments quality improvement initiatives including the Brookdale Excellence Standards Tool (BEST).Supports plans and scheduled programming events outside the community, which may include driving a community motor vehicle.Assists with volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers.Performs personal care, housekeeping and dietary responsibilities, as needed, to ensure service quality is maintained in accordance with Clare Bridge Program standards.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.

It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityEarly Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Grow your career with Brook...




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