Memory Care Activities Director Assisted Living

A Great Place to Be :

We’re building a community where compassion, creativity, and connection thrive. Here, residents feel at home, families feel supported, and team members know their work makes a difference every single day.

What You’ll Love About Working With Us :

A welcoming environment focused on gracious hospitality and neighborly care.

A true sense of home for residents and families alike.

Engaging daily programs, events, and 1 : 1 connection opportunities designed to inspire joy and purpose.

A strong reputation for quality, innovation, and resident-centered clinical care.

A growing national organization with opportunities to learn, advance, and build your long-term career.

Comprehensive training, continuing education, and supportive leadership at every level.

Position Summary

The Memory Care Program Coordinator leads the design and delivery of engaging, purposeful programs for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This role combines leadership, creativity, and empathy to ensure each resident experiences meaningful connection, safety, and enrichment.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and oversee daily life-enrichment programs and special events for residents.

Train and mentor team members in dementia-specific engagement techniques.

Collaborate with nursing, dining, and therapy departments to support individualized resident plans.

Maintain accurate documentation for programming, participation, and care coordination.

Support residents and families through compassionate communication and individualized support.

Ensure compliance with all state and company standards related to dementia care programs.

Promote a positive culture of inclusion, respect, and dignity within the community.

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Psychology, Gerontology, or related field preferred.

2+ years of experience leading dementia-specific activities or programs in senior living, assisted living, or memory care.

CDP (Certified Dementia Practitioner) credential preferred.

Strong communication, leadership, and organization skills.

Passion for improving quality of life for older adults and their families.

Benefits & Growth

We offer competitive pay, professional development, mentorship programs, and internal career pathways for those who want to grow into leadership roles in memory care, programming, or administration.

Join a team where your creativity and compassion truly matter — and where every day, you help someone feel at home.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.