Memory Care Coordinator

Senior Lifestyle

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La Grange, IL, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 6, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the implementation of Memory Care Program points of distinction while promoting and integrating the mission and philosophy of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. The Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for supporting compliance with all community policies and procedures and applicable state regulations as they apply to Memory Care. The Memory Care Coordinator will be the process champion to implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge and Embrace Teamwork.

  • Pay starts at $21.50
  • Promote the company’s Embrace philosophy in all aspects of his/her role for residents, families and staff.
  • Implement and oversee the six unique pillars of Embrace.
  • Daily oversight of the operations in the Memory Care area in partnership with the Memory Care Director and Health and Wellness team. 
  • Lead high-quality innovative programs in Memory Care. This is the positions primary focus. Person will personally lead a minimum of 5-7 programs per day. Assist in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities. Encourage resident participation in programs.
  • Provide education, training, and hands on support to community staff in partnership with the community managers.
  • Implement and monitor programs and process to promote excellence in programming while maintaining a high level of resident/family/staff satisfaction in a fiscally responsible manner.

Level of Formal Education: Associate’s Degree preferred
Area of Study: Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
Years of Experience: 1-3+ years
Type of Experience: Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Senior Recreation Programming, and Management 
Special Certifications: Activity Director Certified, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or Therapeutic Recreation Assistant.
Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
Skills and Ability: 

  • Proven Leadership experience.

Personal Attributes: Demonstrated experience with innovative, person-centered programming

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Compensation (from employer):
From 21 USD

About this role

Summary

Lead memory care programs, support staff, and promote resident engagement and satisfaction.

Job title

Memory Care Coordinator

Experience level

1-3+ years

Industry

senior care

Location requirements

La Grange, IL, remote not allowed

Salary

From 21 USD

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

leadershipactivity directordementiaprogram developmentcommunication

Preferred skills

innovationperson-centered programming

Specializations

dementia careprogram managementsenior recreationactivity planning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

La Grange, IL, USA

On-site City