The Memory Care Director manages the overall operations of the community Memory Care program in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and Sagora Senior Living policies and procedures. The Memory Care Director will implement the Sagora Pathways Program and make recommendations to additional programming needed at the community level to the Executive Director and Regional Lifestyle/Pathways Specialist.
OurCore Valuesare
Commitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork!
Benefits:
- Company-paid telemedicine service for all full-time benefit-eligible team members
- On-Demand Pay – request a pay advance!
- Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more!
- Health/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flex Plan
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching!
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
- Team Member Assistance Program – counseling services at the other end of the phone!
- Discounted Meal Tickets
- Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends!
- Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)
- Lasting relationships with our residents who have so much wisdom to share!
Position Details:
Community Name: Lynridge of San Antonio
Address: 15430 Huebner Rd San Antonio TX 78248
Phone number: (210) 492-1928
Status (FT/PT/PRN): FT
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the Memory Care (Pathways) department
- Maintain Memory Care (MC) resident safety and security
- Hire, train, and schedule MC caregivers to ensure resident needs are met
- Oversee, coach and train MC caregivers and lifestyle team
- Facilitate programming to meet the need of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by following Sagora Pathway’s memory care programming
- Plan and organize daily events, including large and small group activities
- Maintain regular communication with residents, family members, and associates
- Develop daily, weekly and monthly calendars, monthly newsletter, family functions, support groups, and community outreach
- Maintain a proactive approach and person-centered approach with residents needs including challenging resident behaviors
- Ensure all company systems are in place to provide quality services and care for the residents
- Coordinate and communicate resident care needs with resident family members and the Executive Director
- Coordinate a volunteer program for the benefit of residents in accordance with company policy
- Document community history with photographs and scrapbooks
- Operate program within budget
- Serve as Manager on Duty (“MOD”) as assigned
- Work with other members of the management team to market and manage the community
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management
Skills/Requirements:
- 4 year degree with emphasis in gerontological studies/recreation programs preferred
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License where necessary and meet company driving standards
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language and be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and other staff members
- This position is required to work some evenings and weekends for special events
- Must possess or be willing to acquire a valid driver's license to drive on company time as needed
Freqently Asked Questions
A Memory Care Director must excel in leadership, empathy, and knowledge of dementia-specific care. Managing staff training, coordinating personalized activities, and ensuring regulatory compliance are crucial, especially in San Antonio's senior living communities where culturally sensitive approaches enhance resident well-being.
San Antonio's aging population drives steady demand for memory care professionals. Monitoring local job boards reveals openings for care managers and directors, reflecting a need for skilled leadership in specialized dementia programs within senior living facilities like Sagora Senior Living.
Unlike general Care Managers, Memory Care Directors focus exclusively on residents with cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s, tailoring programs to memory care needs, overseeing specialized teams, and implementing therapeutic activities, which requires deeper expertise in dementia care management.
While a four-year degree emphasizing gerontology or recreational therapy is preferred, certifications like Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and a valid Texas driver’s license enhance employability. These credentials demonstrate commitment to specialized care in Texas senior living communities.
Sagora Senior Living emphasizes commitment, empowerment, communication, excellence, and teamwork. Directors embed these values by fostering collaborative staff environments, ensuring transparent family communication, and delivering person-centered memory care that honors each resident’s dignity.
Directors must balance administrative duties with resident engagement, often working evenings or weekends to oversee special programming and family functions. Flexibility in scheduling is vital to meet the dynamic needs of memory care residents and maintain quality services.
Memory Care Directors in San Antonio typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, reflecting regional cost of living and demand. This range is competitive within Texas, slightly below larger metro areas but balanced by lower housing costs and growing senior care sectors.
Sagora offers innovative programs like the Sagora Pathways, extensive team benefits including telemedicine and tuition assistance, and a strong focus on community engagement. These elements create a supportive environment fostering professional growth and personalized resident care.
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