Memory Care Coordinator

Certified in 2022 as "A Great Place to Work," Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider that has proudly served older adults for over 50 years. With dozens of communities throughout Northern California, Eskaton is a great place to join and build a solid career with. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, Eskaton employees have the opportunity to make a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Wellness programs upon hire
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
• Same-day pay option available
• Free meals at communities

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $68,640 to $84,078 annually. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

Position Summary:
The Memory Care Coordinator manages the Resident Care Associates and Resident Medication Assistants and supervises care provided to residents in Memory Care. This includes direct resident care, conferring with other disciplines, referring to community resources and/or utilizing resource materials as needed. This position participates in care conferences and staff meetings, completes paper work in a timely manner, and communicates with health care providers, Eskaton support staff, and other community persons as needed or directed. The Memory Care Coordinator is also responsible for scheduling shifts, job assignments, accountability, and evaluations of Resident Care Associates and Resident Medication Assistants. Additionally, the Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating programs to meet the creative, social and recreational needs of the residents in Memory Care.

Eskaton Grass Valley is a vibrant 42-acre senior living community, consisting of assisted living and memory care units as well as 130 independent patio homes with the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills as a backdrop. Our Grass Valley community offers an idyllic environment for seniors looking for a place to stay active and foster their creativity. We invite you to see why we believe age is beautiful.

Qualifications

Education:
Current First Aid and CPR certification. College degree in a related field to the senior care industry or previous leadership experience in a dementia care setting of 1 year or greater.

Knowledge & Abilities:
Must be aware of the rehabilitative and preventative aspects concerning each resident, their safety, comfort, and protection, the usual performances indicated for disease prevention and restorative measures, the ability to document professional services provided with a realistic plan for reaching short and long term goals, and to be able to make decisions regarding safety needs of residents including adequate equipment. Is familiar with the psychological needs of the geriatric resident.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.