Memory Care Director

A Great Place to Work

National Health Care Associates is proud to welcome the Sharon Center for Health & Rehabilitation to our affiliate family!

We think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and those that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And as National grows with the acquisition of Sharon, you will experience real career growth in an environment where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated.

We invite you to join our newest team at the Sharon Center for Health & Rehabilitation!

What You'll Do:

As a Memory Care Director, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. You will oversee the daily operations of our memory care unit, ensuring a person-centered approach to care. You will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative programs, training and mentoring staff, and fostering a warm, supportive environment that enhances residents’ quality of life. Your leadership will drive excellence in dementia care, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with families to provide individualized support for their loved ones.

Key Responsibilities of a Memory Care Director:

• Develop, implement, and oversee engaging memory care programs tailored to residents’ cognitive, social, and physical needs.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to create and monitor personalized care plans.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of caregivers, ensuring they are well-equipped with dementia-specific knowledge and skills.
• Conduct regular staff training on Alzheimer’s and dementia care, behavioral management, and person-centered approaches.
• Serve as a liaison and resource for families, providing support, education, and guidance throughout their loved one’s journey.
• Maintain accurate documentation and oversee care plans in accordance with healthcare regulations.
• Work closely with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to enhance program effectiveness and overall resident satisfaction.

If you are a dedicated leader with a passion for creating a community where residents feel safe, valued, and engaged every day, we invite you to apply for the Memory Care Director position!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Sharon family will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Improved health insurance and retirement benefits including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Support for professional growth and development
• A collaborative work environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Memory Care Director:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, recreational therapy, nursing, social work, gerontology, or a related field (preferred).
• Certification in Dementia Care (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in memory care, dementia care, recreation therapy, or senior living management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in staff training and development.
• Deep understanding of dementia care techniques, including person-centered and behavioral interventions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to long-term care and memory care.

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.  Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report.  When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.