Memory Care Director – New Senior Living Community

Charter Senior Living of Winder | Winder, GA

Salary: $45,000–$60,000/year

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Manager-on-Duty Rotation

Senior Living & Dementia Care Experience Required

Create Meaningful Moments. Build a Caring Team. Make Every Day Matter.

Are you an experienced Memory Care Director, Memory Care Coordinator, Dementia Care Manager, or Senior Living Professional who has a passion for supporting individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia?

Do you understand the importance of meaningful programming, consistent routines, compassionate care, and creating an environment where residents feel safe, valued, and connected?

Charter Senior Living of Winder is looking for a compassionate, organized, and experienced Memory Care Director to help establish our Memory Care program at our brand-new senior living community!

This is more than a traditional Memory Care leadership position.

We're looking for someone who can help develop our Memory Care program, coordinate purposeful daily activities, organize staffing schedules, and create meaningful experiences for residents living with dementia.

As a new community, Winder offers an opportunity to help shape the culture, routines, and resident experience from the beginning.

If you're passionate about dementia care, highly organized, and excited about building something meaningful, we'd love to meet you!

Why This Opportunity Is Different

Brand-New Community • Program Development • Meaningful Resident Connections • Leadership Opportunity

At Charter Senior Living of Winder, you'll have the opportunity to help establish a Memory Care neighborhood focused on connection, dignity, purpose, and quality of life.

You'll play an important role in:

• Helping develop the community's Memory Care program and daily routines.

• Creating meaningful dementia-focused activities and experiences.

• Establishing consistent resident engagement and programming schedules.

• Supporting staffing plans and associate scheduling.

• Helping residents and families feel comfortable during the transition into their new home.

• Building positive relationships with residents, families, and associates.

• Partnering with community leadership to establish a supportive Memory Care environment.

• Helping create traditions, experiences, and routines that make Winder feel like home.

This is an opportunity to help build a Memory Care program where every resident is treated as an individual and every day has purpose.

The Three Things We're Looking For

1. Strong Dementia Care Experience

You understand the unique needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

You recognize that successful Memory Care requires patience, empathy, consistency, communication, and a person-centered approach.

You have experience supporting residents with cognitive changes, responding to dementia-related behaviors, and helping create a calm, supportive environment.

2. Meaningful Memory Care Programming

You understand that Memory Care programming is about more than keeping residents busy.

You can create purposeful, engaging experiences that reflect residents' abilities, interests, histories, and preferences.

You know how to adapt activities to different cognitive and physical abilities while encouraging participation, social connection, and meaningful engagement.

3. Organization, Staffing & Scheduling

You understand the importance of consistent staffing and structured daily routines.

You're comfortable coordinating schedules, planning activities, communicating with associates, and helping ensure the Memory Care neighborhood operates smoothly.

You are dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities while keeping residents' needs at the center of your decisions.

What You'll Be Responsible For

New Community Memory Care Development

• Help establish the Memory Care program at our new Winder community.

• Develop meaningful daily routines and resident engagement opportunities.

• Help prepare the Memory Care neighborhood for resident move-ins.

• Establish organized activity schedules and programming processes.

• Partner with community leadership to support resident transitions.

• Help create a welcoming and supportive environment for residents and families.

• Adapt programming and routines as the Memory Care resident population grows.

Dementia Care & Resident Engagement

• Support a person-centered approach to Memory Care.

• Develop and coordinate dementia-focused programming and meaningful activities.

• Create opportunities for social interaction, movement, creativity, and purposeful engagement.

• Adapt programming to residents' individual abilities, interests, and preferences.

• Help maintain consistent routines that support resident comfort and well-being.

• Build trusting relationships with residents and their families.

• Recognize changes in resident needs and communicate concerns to appropriate clinical team members.

• Promote resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Staffing, Scheduling & Team Support

• Coordinate Memory Care staffing schedules and daily programming coverage.

• Support consistent routines and communication among associates.

• Help orient and train associates on Memory Care programming and resident engagement expectations.

• Promote teamwork, accountability, and compassionate resident interactions.

• Work collaboratively with nursing and community leadership to address operational needs.

• Help identify opportunities to strengthen the resident and associate experience.

Family Communication & Community Collaboration

• Build positive relationships with residents' families and loved ones.

• Communicate programming activities, resident engagement opportunities, and community events.

• Support families as residents transition into Memory Care.

• Partner with nursing, Life Enrichment, dining, and other community departments.

• Promote a welcoming environment where residents and families feel heard and supported.

• Help create special celebrations and meaningful Memory Care experiences.

Department Organization & Operational Support

• Maintain organized programming calendars, schedules, and appropriate documentation.

• Coordinate supplies and resources needed for Memory Care activities.

• Support community policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Communicate staffing, programming, and operational concerns to community leadership.

• Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation.

• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging Memory Care environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Previous senior living experience.

• Experience working with individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.

• Experience planning, coordinating, or leading resident activities or programming.

• Experience with employee scheduling, staffing coordination, or similar operational responsibilities.

• Strong understanding of person-centered dementia care.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Compassionate, patient, and resident-focused approach.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and community leadership.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain consistent routines.

• Willingness to participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation.

Preferred

• Previous Memory Care Director, Memory Care Coordinator, Dementia Care Manager, or similar leadership experience.

• Experience working in an assisted living or dedicated Memory Care neighborhood.

• Experience developing or improving dementia-focused programming.

• Experience coordinating caregiver schedules or daily staffing assignments.

• Experience training or supporting associates who work with residents living with dementia.

• Experience opening a new senior living community or establishing a Memory Care program.

Senior living and dementia care experience are required. New-build experience is not required.

Who Will Thrive at Winder?

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with individuals living with dementia.

• Understands person-centered Memory Care.

• Can create meaningful activities that engage residents at different ability levels.

• Is patient, compassionate, and dependable.

• Understands the value of consistent routines and staffing.

• Is organized and comfortable coordinating schedules.

• Communicates effectively with residents, families, and associates.

• Can collaborate with nursing and community leadership.

• Enjoys developing programs and establishing new processes.

• Takes initiative and follows through on responsibilities.

• Wants to help create a Memory Care neighborhood where residents feel safe, connected, and valued.

We want a Memory Care leader who understands dementia, creates meaningful experiences, and brings structure and compassion to every day.

Compensation & Schedule

Annual Salary: $45,000–$60,000

Full-Time Leadership Position

• Primary schedule: Monday–Friday

• Manager-on-Duty rotation required

Why Join Charter Senior Living?

Our mission is To Enhance the Human Spirit, and we believe every person deserves meaningful connection, dignity, and purpose.

In Memory Care, that mission is especially important. Every interaction is an opportunity to create comfort, build trust, and make a meaningful difference.

We've Got You Covered

• Competitive annual salary

• Pay-on-Demand with ZayZoon

• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Supportive community and company leadership

• Opportunity to help establish a brand-new Memory Care program

• The ability to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives

Our Core Values

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

Ready to Build Something Meaningful?

If you're an experienced senior living professional who brings dementia care knowledge, strong programming skills, organization, and a genuine passion for improving residents' lives, we want to hear from you!

Join Charter Senior Living of Winder and help us create a Memory Care program where residents experience meaningful moments, compassionate support, and a true sense of belonging.

Apply today to become our next Memory Care Director!