Dementia Care Specialist Job at Harmony Senior Services, Greensboro, NC

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  • Harmony Senior Services
  • Greensboro, NC

Job Description

Why Harmony?

  • 401k + Fulltime Part-time Benefits Packages
  • Telehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account Options
  • Employee Referral Bonus + Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail discounts, finance/legal, consulting, electronics, and more!)
  • Training, Development Career Laddering
  • Great work-life balance
  • Flexible Scheduling

Job Description

The Harmony Square Director (HSD) is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Harmony Square neighborhood. The Harmony Square Director (HSD) is responsible for overseeing the non-clinical compliance within all community standards and state regulations. The HSD actively manages resident safety, behavior expressions, daily routine, ADL's and life enrichment programs that meet the dimensions of wellness (i.e. Movement Motion, Curiosity Culture, Feelings Fellowship, Clarity Purpose, Compassion Connection, Leadership Volunteerism) and is the process owner to implement and oversee the Harmony Square points of distinction.

Essential Functions:

  • Conducts interviews, orientation, coaching and ongoing training of Harmony Square team members in accordance with associate training standards and regulatory guidelines.
  • Supervise and direct Harmony Square team members (to include Harmony Square Life Enrichment Assistant, PCA's/CNA's) in conjunction with the Healthcare Director.
  • Develops, plans, and implements purposeful resident programs to enrich the lives of residents and families within the community as well as through outside trips and events.
  • Partner with Life Enrichment Director to hold Monthly Planning Meetings once a month to prepare for upcoming Monthly Programs and coordinate supplies.
  • Partner and coordinate with entire program team (i.e LED, LE assistant, HS assistant) to complete planning form, organize supplies, plan the calendars, events, and outings for the upcoming month.
  • Develops, plans, and implements a monthly program of activities and supplies based on the dimensions of wellness (i.e. Movement Motion, Curiosity Culture, Feelings Fellowship, Clarity Purpose, Compassion Connection and Leadership Volunteerism), Reflections signature programs and person-centered interests for the Harmony Square neighborhood.
  • Lead 3-4 high quality, innovative programs per day.
  • Plan and schedule weekly outings.
  • Continuous assessment of resident needs in partnership with community clinical team, with updates to appropriate individuals (Healthcare Coordinator and Executive Director) as it relates to care and changes in resident condition and initiate interventions as necessary.
  • Participates in Resident/Family Care Conferences.
  • Participates in the Family Call Program as directed by the Executive Director
  • Utilize and connect with local community resources.
  • Develop relationships and connections with residents and families to encourage participation in programs and events and to promote a high level of resident and family satisfaction.
  • Maintain a stimulating environment that promotes safety, security, and overall well-being in collaboration with the clinical team.
  • Maintain Behavior Expression process.
  • Ensure all aspects of dining are being met through partnership with the Director of Dining and Health Care Director.
  • Complete state required care plans and service plans for Harmony Square residents in conjunction with the Healthcare Director.
  • Partner with Alzheimer's Association and other local organizations to schedule, organize and participate in Support Group meetings monthly.
  • Complete necessary training and insurance requirements to drive company vehicle.
  • Leadership skills and the ability to coordinate care across disciplines (including life enrichment, clinical, dining services, etc.).
  • Completes daily and bi-weekly neighborhood rounds.
  • Leads and organizes daily huddles.
  • Attend Monthly Programming calls.

Non-Essential Functions:

  • Promote a culture of teamwork and team member appreciation.
  • Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with all departments.
  • Effectively communicate with resident families by responding to questions/concerns promptly.
  • Complete all required courses in adherence with state regulations and Relias Learning.
  • Passion for working with individuals with dementia.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned.

Requirement

  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent educations and/or experience; subject to state requirements. Areas of Study: Recreation, activities, geriatrics, and dementia care.
  • Three to five years' experience working with individuals with Dementia including leading programs, managing Behavior expression, and educating staff and families on Alzheimer's and Dementia.
  • Dementia training or Certified Dementia Practitioner preferred or eligible for certification. Must maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Experience supervising and managing staff. Must possess critical thinking skills, ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Experience organizing, conducting, and planning programs and activities for seniors with Dementia. Experience with Behavior Expressions redirection and interventions.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must be in good physical condition and be able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Harmony Senior Services

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Local area, Afternoon shift,

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