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The Arbor Company

Memory Care Director

Marietta, GA

The Memory Care Director is a seasoned professional with experience and a passion for caring for residents with dementia. As a leader of the Memory Care Neighborhood, they will oversee the daily ...

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Sonida Senior Living

Memory Care QMA

Decatur, GA

Memory Care QMA Find your joy here, at The Waterford at Decatur, a Sonida Senior Living community! We offer a comprehensive benefit package to include competitive wage/salary, health and dental ...

Capital Senior Living

Memory Care QMA

Decatur, GA · On-site

The Waterford at Decatur, a premier retirement community in Decatur, GA, provides quality care to residents in a memory care community. What we offer you: * Flexible scheduling** * Cutting edge ...

Holbrook Life Management

Memory Care Caregiver

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

The Memory Care Direct Caregiver is primarily responsible for providing best-in-class resident care and support and facilitate a positive physical, social, emotional and spiritual environment for ...

Cogir Senior Living

Care Partner - Memory Care

Roswell, GA · On-site

$16 - $17.44/hr

You will provide compassionate and personalized direct care to our residents, assisting them with ... Experience with memory care is a plus, but not required. * Strong communication skills and a ...

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How much do memory care director jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for memory care director in Decatur, GA is $67,387.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,800.00 and $78,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Memory Care Director Do?

A memory care director is in charge of a memory care facility, a type of assisted living facility for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related problems. Your main job duties include overseeing staff, monitoring patients, and managing the facility’s day-to-day operations. You are the primary liaison between staff, patients, and patient families. This career requires you have previous work experience in an assisted living setting, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in healthcare administration, and completion of a certificate program from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) to become a certified dementia care manager (CDCM). Additional career qualifications include strong organizational and management skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Memory Care Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Memory Care Director, you need expertise in dementia care, leadership experience, and relevant healthcare or social work qualifications such as a degree in nursing or gerontology. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs), care planning software, and compliance standards such as HIPAA is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills are crucial for supporting residents, families, and staff. These skills ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in a safe and supportive environment for individuals living with memory impairment.

What are some common challenges Memory Care Directors face in ensuring quality care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's?

Memory Care Directors often encounter challenges such as managing varying levels of cognitive decline among residents, addressing behavioral changes, and ensuring staff are consistently trained in best practices for dementia care. Balancing the need for safety with residents’ independence and dignity is also a significant aspect of the role. Directors work closely with families, medical professionals, and care staff to develop personalized care plans, maintain regulatory compliance, and foster a supportive environment for both residents and team members.
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Memory Care Director

Memory Care Director

The Arbor Company

Marietta, GA

Full-time

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The Solana East Cobb offers award winning, assisted living, and dementia care residences. At The Arbor Company the residents are at the center of everything we do.

The Memory Care Director is a seasoned professional with experience and a passion for caring for residents with dementia. As a leader of the Memory Care Neighborhood, they will oversee the daily operations of the neighborhood, plan and implement successful programming, as well as make sure that the look, feel and the daily flow of the Neighborhood meets Arbor standards for Memory Care. The ideal candidate will use leadership, critical thinking, and analytical skills to ensure:

  • Delivery of competent and compassionate care to all residents alongside the clinical leader of the neighborhood

  • Adequate dementia training for all staff

  • Excellent employee retention

  • Alignment with Arbor standards for Programming, Dining, and the Environment

Strong communication skills along with the ability to provide training and coaching on the latest approaches in care for the residents is required. An unwavering focus on customer service and resident and family relations is also critical in this role.

Preferred Background:

  • LPN or CDP

  • Experience caring for residents with dementia, 1 year minimum

  • Management experience preferred

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Love what you do and where you work at The Arbor Company.

At Arbor, we believe in serving from the heart. Work shouldn’t feel like checking off a task list–it should feel enjoyable, meaningful, and fulfilling. Here are just a few reasons why you’ll love being a part of our team:

Make a Real Impact: Every smile, every laugh, and every moment of connection with seniors makes a difference. You’re not just making an impact—you’re creating joy!

A Team That Feels Like Family: Join a supportive, uplifting crew that’s always got your back. Collaboration, respect, and kindness are at the heart of all we do.

Grow With Us: We invest in YOU with career development, leadership

opportunities, and hands-on training. Your success is always our success

Work That Delights: From theme days to individual celebrations, we believe in bringing energy and excitement to every day. Who says work can’t also include fun moments?

Amazing Perks & Benefits: Competitive pay, great health benefits, retirement plans, and wellness support—you care deeply about seniors, now allow us to care just as deeply for you.

The Arbor Company, based in Atlanta, GA, manages more than 40 senior living communities in ten states with more in the pipeline. In business for over 30 years, we have established a national reputation as a leader in senior care—independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We are a fast-paced and growing company that thrives on a culture of deep mutual respect and accountability. The tenure of our executive team, including community-based leaders, is exceptional. We are dedicated to the seniors we serve, their families, and to each other. Our culture is unparalleled and a terrific fit for self-motivated, creative, and dedicated leaders with a passion for senior care.

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