We are seeking a full-time, experienced Director of Memory Care to lead the clinical, operational, and cultural success of a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood within a large, premier senior living community. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who understands dementia care deeply and takes pride in building a safe, engaging, and person-centered environment for residents while developing and supporting a high-performing care team.
As Director of Memory Care, you will own the day-to-day operations of the neighborhood, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and consistency of care. You will partner closely with residents, families, and interdisciplinary leadership to continuously improve programming, care practices, and team performance, while serving as the clinical and operational expert for Memory Care within the community.
About Us
As a premier provider of assisted living and memory care communities across the Western United States, we’re passionate about creating vibrant, supportive environments where residents can thrive.
"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families and our employees." - Evrett Benton, Founder
If you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then check us out!
Stellar Senior Living, a privately-owned family company, is a premier assisted living and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue the journey with us.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Competitive Pay: Market-leading pay of $50000 per year to $56000 per year DOE
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance. On top of that, Stellar also offers a generous Paid Time Off policy, 401(k) with company matching, holiday pay, and more.
Career Growth: We're a growing company with opportunities for advancement and company-sponsored training. Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities are available.
Work Perks: Depending on role and community you may receive free meals on shift, reduced-cost meals, on-demand pay (access to your wages as you earn them.), and a supporting, team-driven environment
What You Will Do
- Lead and sustain a safe, structured, and engaging Memory Care environment grounded in best practices for Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
- Own the overall performance of the Memory Care neighborhood, including resident experience, staff development, regulatory compliance, and daily operations.
- Hire, train, coach, and schedule Memory Care team members to ensure consistent coverage and high-quality care delivery.
- Partner with nursing, wellness, and community leadership to address resident care needs, behavior support strategies, and family communication.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with state regulations and community standards, maintaining survey readiness and driving continuous improvement in care outcomes and programming.
- Serve as a trusted resource to residents’ families, providing education, transparency, and partnership throughout the progression of dementia care.
What You Will Need to Bring
- State-required dementia training, or the ability to complete required training within a defined time-frame.
- At least three years of experience in Memory Care, assisted living, or dementia-focused clinical or leadership roles.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, coordinating care, and supporting residents with cognitive impairment.
- Strong working knowledge of dementia care best practices, behavior management strategies, and regulatory requirements.
- CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Join Us
If you're ready to bring your skills and compassion to a mission-driver organization where residents and employees matter, we invite you to apply and grow your career with Stellar Senior Living
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
As part of Stellar Senior Living’s continued efforts to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, Stellar strongly encourages its employees to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, as well as any subsequent booster doses, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To facilitate and further encourage COVID-19 vaccinations, Stellar periodically organizes onsite vaccination clinics at its various locations. Stellar employees are not required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
