Why The Kensington Reston? Because Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own…and this extends to our team members too! Become part of a community that’s driven by its unique core values: a Love for Seniors, Respect for Each Other, Passion for Excellence, and a Spirit to Serve.
Partner with us to find your path, grow your purpose, and expect the unexpected: deeper connections, better opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging.
Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, Full-time
Pay Range: $80,000-$88,000 (based on experience) | Location: Reston, VA
About the Role:
Kensington Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and experienced Memory Care Manager to lead our memory care neighborhood and uphold our promise: To Love and Care for Your Family as We Do Our Own. In this role, you will oversee daily care operations, guide a dedicated team of care partners, and serve as a trusted resource for residents and their families navigating the journey of cognitive decline.
This is more than a management role, it is a calling. You will work within a Cognitive Center of Excellence, supported by evidence-based frameworks including the BCAT partnership and Teepa Snow's PAC/GEMS model.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee the day-to-day operations of the memory care neighborhood, ensuring resident safety, dignity, and well-being
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Lead, mentor, and develop care partner staff through ongoing coaching, training, and performance support
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Conduct and coordinate person-centered care plan meetings in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
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Monitor and respond to changes in resident condition, collaborating with nursing and clinical staff
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Ensure regulatory compliance with state-specific memory care requirements (RCFE, ALFA, or applicable licensure)
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Partner with Life Enrichment to integrate meaningful programming aligned with residents' cognitive profiles
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Support family communication and education around dementia progression and care approaches
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, or a related field
2+ years of leadership experience in memory care, assisted living, or a related senior care setting
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Demonstrated knowledge of dementia care best practices and person-centered approaches
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Strong leadership and team communication skills
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Ability to maintain clinical documentation and meet regulatory standards
Preferred Qualifications:
Benefits:
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Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid time off
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Ongoing professional development and dementia care training
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Career growth within a mission-driven senior living organization
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A culture that truly lives its promise
