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Activity Director for Memory CareMerril Gardens • San Jose, CA, United States
Activity Director for Memory Care

Activity Director for Memory Care

Merril Gardens • San Jose, CA, United States
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Senior Living Inspire Connections Program Director (Activity Director)

Memory Care

Shift : 11 : 30am - 7 : 00pm

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen is a Montessori-Inspired Memory Care Community supporting individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. We're seeking compassionate Inspire Connections Program Director (Activity Director) to provide respectful, personalized care that promotes dignity and independence through meaningful, hands-on engagement.

If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees :

  • Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid time off - 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
  • Free daily meal every shift.
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
  • Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
  • Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
  • Pet insurance and team member discounts.
  • Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
  • A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees :

  • Free daily meal every shift.
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
  • Pet insurance and team member discounts.
  • Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
  • A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!
  • Our Inspire Connection Program Directors are responsible for :

  • Operational Performance
  • Ensures regulatory compliance.
  • Maintains records and documentation per policy.
  • Assists RCD / GHD in training all Garden House Team Members .
  • Assists RCD / GHD in communicating with families regarding residents engagement.
  • Assists with evaluation of incoming residents and periodic re-evaluation to assure that interests are identified and activity needs are met.
  • With GM and GHD coordinates daily activity routine of the Garden House, including any specialized activities.
  • With ALPD, works on coordinating some activities / events all AL / IL and GH residnts can be included in.
  • Plans, coordinates and participates in a variety of dementia appropriate activities, social events and outings for residents according to engagement program standards.
  • Orders supplies, schedules, and sets up all activities in the Garden House.
  • Provides GM and GHD with daily status reports on all Garden House residents.
  • Assists GHD with ensuring that the neighborhood is clean, orderly and secure in all common and activity areas.
  • While working closely with the Garden House Team, the Program Director may provide assistance with housekeeping, laundry, meals, as appropriate.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Resident Satisfaction
  • Provides leadership in creating and maintaining the highest standards of Garden House activities.
  • Meets with residents and families regularly as directed.
  • Ensures that residents' activity needs are being met with attention to individuality & dignity while maintaining an optimal level of functional ability in a professional and safe manner.
  • Ensures that the Garden House team is fully trained in the Inspire Connection activity program.
  • Acknowledge residents' special days (i.e., anniversaries and birthdays). Arrange and coordinate diverse holiday celebrations.
  • Track resident activity participation and adjust calendar events accordingly.
  • If you are someone with :

  • High school diploma / GED or equivalent. (Must be at least 18 years of age.)
  • Two years' experience in Dementia care.
  • Senior living experience preferred.
  • Must meet all requirements of background checks and requirements needed.
  • Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.

    Physical Requirements :

    This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Consider applying to become a Inspire Connection Program Director with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

    Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!

    Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

    Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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