Dementia Care Coach

Reporting to Director of Operations

Position Summary:

The Dementia coach position requires a high level of expertise managing patients living with dementia. This is a truly unique position and perfect for the individual who is passionate about supporting people living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in social work, counseling, PT,OT,ST, recreational therapy or a similar healthcare related degree. The Dementia Care Coach must be adept at learning, a good communicator, and comfortable using tech tools enough to provide quality care via video to a caseload of clients. This is a non-exempt role and can either be full-time or part-time.

This position requires you to be on-sight at the facilities we are contracted with and work directly with residents and community staff as well as remotely via Zoom with family members.

Company Overview:

The company is an award-winning dementia care management program that is brining a very special dementia care management program that helps not only the person living with dementia but also family members and others involved in the patient care process.

Essential Functions:

· Perform assessments using the company’s own proprietary methods, in conjunction with family members to identify areas of stress and concern.

· Create plans of care based on assessed needs of the client.

· Identify community resources that will enrich the life of the client.

· Provide ongoing follow-up with families to offer support and identify additional needs or changes necessary to the plan of care.

· Perform community outreach and education in order to build a territory; communicate with potential referral sources to help build awareness of the program in the local community.

· Coordinate with Director of Operations on administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or another related field.

· 3 years of healthcare experience, working with dementia patients preferred.

· Possess a valid Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to be able to commute to Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester counties.

· Up-to-date knowledge on dementia practices, methods, and tools.

· Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits Offered:

In addition to competitive pay, the company provides employer-sponsored health insurance, paid sick time, PTO, professional development assistance, and bonuses.

Compensation Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per Hour

This employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• South Plainfield, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 3 years experience as a healthcare professional working with people living with dementia?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: One location

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