Lantern Program Director - Morning Pointe Senior Living

As a dementia care expert, you will have the opportunity to follow your passion, creating meaningful, structured days for memory care residents.

Under your direction, associates will feel empowered as a trusted resource in the care and programming of all residents. Armed with the ability to

build a comprehensive training structure, you will manage a team and your work will ensure all associates have the latest dementia care skills. If

you are ready to make a transformative impact in memory care for residents, associates and families, this leadership position is for you. 

Position Summary:  The person in this role manages a team of Resident Assistants and serves as the expert on dementia at the community. The job includes planning activities for a variety of cognitive abilities, recruiting volunteers, developing a plan for executing Morning Pointe’s Meaningful Day™ approach and training all employees in dementia care and approaches. 

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

·     Provides leadership for the overall operations of Lantern Programming.

·     Understands dementia and how to create appropriate programming for those living with dementia. 

·     Presents the interactive memory care training.

·     Proactively address residents’ complex dementia behaviors with an interdisciplinary team approach.

·     Plan and conduct monthly caregiver support groups.

·     Lead Lantern Program Weekly Review meeting between LPD, DON and ED.

Skills and Abilities:

·     Demonstrates leadership capabilities; change leadership skills; problem solving abilities; and interpersonal abilities.

·     Excellent communication, organization and time management skills.

·     Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

·     Ability to present educational and promotional information in a group setting.

·     Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Additional Functions:

·     Create a Meaningful Day™ for memory care residents based on residents’ interests and cognitive abilities.

·     Build and execute a calendar that adheres to the Meaningful Day™ standards:

-     6 activities per day (physical, spiritual, cognitive, sensory, and social wellness).

-     Incorporate Morning Pointe’s two programming themes into calendar.

-     2 outings per week.

-     1 volunteer activity per week (minimum)

-     1 pet therapy activity per month (minimum).

·     Submit the monthly Activity Calendar and Newsletter by the 15th of the month.

·     Prepare for the activities by ordering and acquiring the supplies 2-4 weeks prior to the scheduled activity. 

·     Maintain department budget. 

·     Maintain a safe and orderly community environment.

·     Lead 3-4 activities per workday.

·     Complete and update all Resident Profile Forms.

·     Document resident’s participation in group and one-on-one activities daily.

·     Submit 3-6 quality media submissions to the Communications Department weekly.

·     Present the interactive memory care training once a month for all new employees and yearly for tenured employees.

·     Attend care plan conferences with the Director of Nursing.

·     Actively participate in the admission process, screening, and assessment in partnership with the Director of Nursing and Community Relations Director.

·     Present memory care topics during monthly staff meetings. 

·     Assist the community’s leadership team with planning bi-monthly Family Nights. 

·     Communicate with residents’ families and responsible parties to inform, support, and educate.

·     Recruit, train and maintain volunteers for cognitive, spiritual, musical, intergenerational, pet therapy and community service activities. 

·     Maintain a presence in the local community with organizations such as the Alzheimer’s Association®, Alzheimer’s Tennessee® and senior centers.

·     Assist the Community Relations Director by conducting tours of Morning Pointe’s memory care community and promoting Morning Pointe’s Alzheimer’s Centers of Excellence.

·     Assist in maintaining state and federal compliance in the memory care community.

·     Perform other duties as assigned.

Leadership/Staff Management:

·     Supervises RA/CNA to ensure that Lantern programing is taking place to meet the residents needs. 

·     Leads (with the Executive Director) the hiring, scheduling, and supervising of RA’s. 

·     Manages the scheduling of RAs/CNAs to ensure appropriate staffing daily.

·     Basic HR knowledge is important. 

·     Provides information about the Lantern Community when the Executive Director is not available. 

·     Completes Workers’ Compensation paperwork and Employer First Report of Injury as necessary in the absence of the Executive Director. 

·     Manage Associate hours by conducting a regular review of time clock and labor reports. 

·     Plan and carry out special duties or projects as assigned by the Executive Director.

·     Participates as a Manager on Duty as assigned on weekends. 

Qualifications: 

·     Associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, recreation therapy, geriatrics, nursing, or related field; or equivalent experience.

·     Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in geriatric care and memory care required.

·     Required state certification or ability to earn within one year.

·     1 year of supervisory experience preferred.

·     1 year of teaching and training experience preferred.

·     Great to have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP); Best Friends Approach™ Master Trainer; Certified Positive Approach to Care® Consultant or Trainer; Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; Activities Director Certification; or other related certifications. 

·     State driver’s license required with clean driving record. 

·     Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.

Physical and Sensory Requirements: 

·     Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. 

·     Meet general health requirements set forth by the policies of the organization, which may include a medical and physical examination. 

·     Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, turning and stretching. Finger and hand dexterity required. Visual and hearing acuity essential. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions necessary. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations required. 

Physical Demands: 

This position is classified as HEAVY, requiring exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift/move objects. Functional requirements include constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, turning and stretching. Finger and hand dexterity required. Visual and hearing acuity essential. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions necessary. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations required. 

Acceptance Statement 

I have carefully read, understand and accept the duties as described in the job description, including the qualifications and requirements of the position, and, as an associate of Morning Pointe, I certify that I am mentally capable and physically able to perform the essential functions of the position without any restrictions. I understand Universal Precautions Risk Classification Categories may apply to this position and that I may be exposed to AIDS, HIV, and hepatitis B viruses. I further understand my employment is of an “at will” nature, which means that I may resign at any time or may be discharged at any time with or without cause. 

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