Bridge To Rediscovery Director (LVN Req)

Company: Five Star Quality Care, Inc.
Location: Austin
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

At this time, we are seeking a Bridge to Rediscovery Director (must be licensed LVN/LPN)to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a program which is therapeutic and age appropriate for the residents on the Bridge to Rediscovery Unit based on Montessori Based Dementia Programming principles.
• Implements and coordinates the Bridge to Rediscovery Program.
• Follows instructions and timelines for all Bridge to Rediscovery required documentation and specific form(s) completion.
• Develops Montessori Based Dementia Programs for various levels of resident ability, develops policies and procedures.
• Establishes Bridge to Rediscovery Program planning meetings with Unit staff to develop, review and/or update individualized resident program plans.
• Provides staff training for the Bridge to Rediscovery Program; Assists in determining appropriate staffing ratios.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Bachelor's in Social Work or equivalent.
• Must have experience with program development and design for residents with Alzheimer's and Related Disorders.
• Must have experience in providing staff with leadership and guidance.
• Must have minimum of one year's current experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's or other related disease residing in a secure standard environment.
• Current experience must include the understanding and ability to implement the appropriate standards and safety measures for a Unit.
• Must be able to successfully teach and mentor others on the techniques, standards and requirements for the care of residents with Alzheimer's and Related Disorders.
• Must have completed training in Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders as required by state/federal regulations, and successfully complete the Bridge to Rediscovery Train the Trainer Program after employment occurs and actively apply the principles.

Benefits

401K; Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; company paid Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; Paid Time Off; Time and half paid Holidays; employee discounts though Tickets At Work

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