Memory Care Director - Luxury Senior Living Community

Memory Care Director The Variel at Woodland Hills is seeking an experienced and compassionate Memory Care Director to lead our Memory Care neighborhood within one of Southern California's premier luxury senior living communities. Opened in 2021, The Variel offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in a beautifully designed environment where personalized service, meaningful relationships, and quality care come together. We are looking for a hands-on leader who is passionate about dementia care, team development, and creating an environment where residents feel respected, engaged, and valued. If you believe exceptional Memory Care begins with understanding each resident as an individual, we would love to meet you. The Memory Care Director provides leadership for the overall operation, quality, and resident experience of the Memory Care neighborhood. This position oversees team development, resident engagement, programming, family communication, staffing, and day-to-day operations while ensuring services are delivered in a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment. The Director works closely with the Executive Director and Director of Nursing to support quality resident care, develop effective dementia-care practices, educate and mentor team members, address resident and family needs, and identify opportunities to continually improve the Memory Care program. The ideal candidate is a visible, engaged leader who builds trust, inspires teams, and brings creativity, compassion, and accountability to dementia care. Lead the Memory Care Program Oversee the daily operations of the Memory Care neighborhood. Ensure care and services are individualized to each resident's needs and preferences. Develop and enhance meaningful dementia-focused programming and engagement opportunities. Complete resident life-history and preference assessments. Develop individualized service and engagement plans. Support proactive approaches to dementia-related behaviors and changing resident needs. Build & Develop Your Team Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop Memory Care team members. Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and performance management. Oversee staffing and scheduling while maintaining appropriate care and service levels. Model best practices in dementia care and person-centered service. Lead new-hire orientation and ongoing dementia education. Partner with Residents & Families Develop meaningful relationships with residents and their families. Provide education and support to families throughout their loved one's journey. Respond to concerns with compassion, professionalism, and timely follow-through. Maintain open communication and collaboration with families, physicians, and care partners. Drive Quality & Operational Excellence Partner with the Director of Nursing to support quality resident care. Monitor program quality and implement improvements as needed. Assist with budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and department operations. Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and safety standards. Support census growth by delivering an outstanding resident and family experience.