Park Regency Retirement Center is a reputable independent, assisted living and memory care community in La Habra, CA dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer a true team environment with competitive pay. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career working with seniors, we want to hear from you!
OUR COMPANY MISSION: To inspire hope that contributes to health and well-being for a unique care experience. We strive to deliver quality of care and unparalleled hospitality to all our guests and team members. Our Service Covenant: Smile - Empathy - Recognition - Voice – Integrity – Care - Experience.
We are looking for a full-time Memory Care Activities Director. The pay rate starts at $25/hr. and up, depending on experience and qualifications. We are looking for a candidate with at least 3 years of relevant experience!
About the role
The Memory Care Activities Director creates a vibrant, person-centered life enrichment program that supports residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This role blends creativity with structure, clinical awareness with warmth, and strong coordination with hands-on engagement.
What you will do
- Design and lead a weekly and monthly activities calendar tailored to cognitive abilities, interests, cultures, and life stories.
- Facilitate group and 1:1 programs, including music, art, reminiscence, movement, sensory experiences, cognitive games, spiritual programs, and community outings.
- Build individualized engagement plans for each resident and document participation, preferences, and outcomes.
- Support a calm, safe environment by using dementia-informed communication and de-escalation techniques.
- Coordinate special events such as holiday celebrations, family nights, intergenerational programming, and volunteer-led activities.
- Partner with the care team (nursing, caregivers, therapists, dining, housekeeping, and leadership) to align programming with resident needs and care plans.
- Manage and mentor activity staff and volunteers, including scheduling, training, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Maintain compliance and documentation in alignment with state regulations and community policies.
- Oversee the activities budget and supplies, track inventory, and keep program spaces organized and welcoming.
- Engage families through regular communication, meaningful invitations, and thoughtful follow-up.
What we are looking for
- At least 3 years of relevant experience directing or coordinating activities or life enrichment programs in memory care or a similar senior living healthcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of dementia care best practices, including person-centered programming and meaningful engagement.
- Proven ability to plan, organize, and lead a full calendar of programs with consistent quality.
- Experience supervising staff and volunteers and collaborating across departments.
- Comfort with documentation, calendars, and basic reporting (electronic or paper).
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with residents, families, and colleagues.
- Ability to lift and move activity supplies and support outings as needed.
Qualifications
- Certification or training in dementia care or activity programming (such as NCCAP ADC or equivalent).
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Experience partnering with local community organizations and coordinating volunteers.
- Associate's degree
- Experience performing budget analysis, review and control.
- Experience supervising staff.
- Valid driver's license.
Please see our benefits at www.parkregencyretirement.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Activities Planning: 3 years (Preferred)
- Senior Living Healthcare: 3 years (Required)
- Memory Care/Dementia Care: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Dementia Care certification or training (Required)
Work Location: In person
