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Memory Care Director

Waterville, OH

Connection Points Memory Care Approach Mission Statement: Our Connection Points Memory Care Approach empowers us to meet residents where they are on their journey of dementia like no one else can.

Legacy Retirement

Memory Care Director

Mesa, AZ

$55K/yr

Are you passionate about supporting seniors living with memory loss while leading a high-performing care team? Legacy House of Mesa in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking a compassionate and experienced ...

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How much do memory care jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for memory care in the United States is $69,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is memory care?

Memory care professionals are specialized caregivers who work with individuals experiencing memory loss, often due to Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. They provide support with daily activities, ensure safety, and use techniques to help patients maintain their skills and quality of life. Memory care staff are trained to manage unique behavioral challenges and create a structured environment tailored to each resident’s needs. Their goal is to enhance the comfort, dignity, and well-being of those in their care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a memory care professional role, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Memory Care professional, you need a background in healthcare or caregiving, knowledge of dementia-related conditions, and often certification such as CNA or specialized dementia care training. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), patient care documentation systems, and assistive devices is typically required. Compassion, patience, strong observational skills, and effective communication are essential soft skills for supporting residents with memory loss. These skills ensure the delivery of safe, person-centered care that enhances quality of life and maintains dignity for individuals with cognitive impairments.

What are the most common challenges faced by professionals working in memory care, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in memory care often encounter challenges such as managing behavioral changes, communication difficulties, and ensuring patient safety. Residents may experience confusion, agitation, or wandering, requiring staff to use patience, empathy, and specialized communication techniques. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team—including nurses, therapists, and family members—is essential for providing consistent, person-centered care. Ongoing training and support from supervisors help staff stay up-to-date with best practices and maintain resilience in this emotionally demanding role.

What is the difference between Memory Care vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectMemory CareCertified Nursing Assistant
CredentialsMay require specialized training in dementia and Alzheimer's careHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification often required
Work EnvironmentSpecialized facilities for dementia and memory impairment patientsHospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities
Job FocusProviding specialized care for residents with memory lossAssisting with daily activities and basic health needs
Industry UsageLong-term care, assisted living, memory care unitsHealthcare, elder care, long-term care facilities

Memory Care professionals focus on caring for residents with memory impairments, often requiring specialized training. Certified Nursing Assistants provide general support in healthcare settings, assisting with daily activities. While both roles are essential in elder care, Memory Care staff have a more specialized focus on dementia-related needs.

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Infographic showing various Memory Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, and 57% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $69,020 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Memory Care Director

Atria Senior Living, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$95K - $109K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Holiday by Atria rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.
We strive to enhance the lives and exceed the expectations of those we serve every day. To do this, we cultivate the diverse talents of our team members in order to achieve something together that they could not do alone.
Atria Senior Living's family of brands has immediate openings for individuals looking for a career with competitive pay and outstanding benefits, including:
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification
  • Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location
As a valued team member at Atria, you'll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday
Responsibilities
The Memory Care Director ensures that the Atria philosophy is implemented and practiced within the Memory Care neighborhood of the community.
Support Memory Care Residents
  • Maintain a joyful environment for residents with dementia.
  • Develop, create, plan, organize and lead the daily programs for the Memory Care neighborhood including all required programs in the calendar of events, and ensure it is being implemented 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
  • Collaborate with wellness team to complete individual resident history, preferences assessments, and develop individualized service and program plans.
  • Facilitate a proactive problem-solving approach to challenging resident behaviors.
  • Develop and implement the monthly calendar based on the six Dimensions of Engagement and/or Memory Care best practices.
  • Partner with Care Coordination Director to consistently communicate with residents and families about status, services, changes in conditions, or other issues as needed.

Lead Memory Care Neighborhood
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and evaluating assigned staff.
  • Ensure each Memory Care program staff member has completed New Hire Orientation within the required time frame. Ensure each Program Specialist has signed the Memory Care Specific Job Description to ensure they understand their responsibility to participate in the daily programming requirement.
  • Ensure each Memory Care staff member has completed appropriate memory care training within the required time frame. Ensure each Resident Services Assistant (RSA) and Medication Technician has signed the Memory Care Specific Job Description to ensure they understand their responsibility to participate in the daily programming requirement.
  • Lead, direct, and assist staff with understanding our philosophy of care and encourage learning by modeling the proper approaches and communication techniques.
  • Conduct the monthly dementia in-service training for all Memory Care staff and maintain the necessary records to reflect completion of training.
  • Delegate Memory Care programming facilitation responsibilities to others, as needed.
  • Partner with Care Coordination Director to ensure that Memory Care neighborhood is meeting Quality Enhancement guidelines.
  • Improve the Memory Care services through problem solving, program development, and refinement.

Support Community
  • Support sales process, including participating in tours and speaking with prospective residents and families
  • Support the management of information to ensure timely and accurate information is available.
  • Maintain a supportive relationship with internal and external customers.
  • Support hospitality, leasing, and sales processes with promotion of a positive image of Atria. Conduct professional outreach and Memory Care focused outside sales calls
  • For clinical related matters, partner with the Care Coordination Director in maintaining active community and professional ties with clinical and non-clinical contacts, as well as acting as a contact for issues related to resident care within the community.
  • For non-clinical related matters, maintain active community and professional ties.
  • Participate in Resident Needs Reviews.
  • Partner with the Wellness Director to provide training and orientation to new assisted living staff members and ongoing training to current staff members.
  • Deliver and attend required training for self and employees.
  • Drive personal and/or Company vehicle from community to social and other various destinations.
  • May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred such as social services, behavioral health, therapeutic recreation, and/or nursing.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in caring for people with dementia and in developing and facilitating activity programs, preferably as a manager with a specialized dementia program.
  • Knowledgeable about the disease process, the changes associated with dementia illnesses, how they affect the individual's ability to function, and the adaptive strategies that help maintain a resident's abilities.
  • Experience facilitating family and caregiver support programs.
  • Past experience supervising staff.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
  • Must possess valid driver's license.
  • Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria's Motor Vehicle Policy standards.

Salary Range
Range from $95,000.00/yr - $109,250.00/yr, dependent on prior work history and experience

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