Connections Director

Connections for Living Director

At MBK Senior Living, we’re committed to putting people first – our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day‑to‑day. And it’s all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to "good, quality work." It’s more than a mantra. It’s part of our company‑wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether you’re looking for a flexible, part‑time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you’ll find it here at MBK Senior Living–and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you’ll enjoy:

• Impacting lives and building lasting relationships
• Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care
• A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your success
• A fun‑filled, energetic environment that is centered in hospitality and high‑quality service
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs
• Education loan assistance & scholarships
• Financial and legal services
• Team Member discounts
• Health and Wellness resources

Full‑time benefits include:

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%
• Childcare and eldercare assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

If you’re looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals – look no further, apply today!

Our stunning community at The Montera is seeking a Connections for Living (Memory Care) Director to join our team of senior living heroes in La Mesa, CA!

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (9:00 am - 5:00pm, dependent on community needs)

Job Summary: The Connections for Living Director (CFLD) manages all operations of Connections for Living (CFL) and administers MBK signature programs to meet the specific needs of all residents within CFL. Oversight includes resident wellness services, CFL dining, environmental safety, family support, team development, community education and enrichment programs. The CFLD coordinates with key members of the resident’s support network including outside providers.

As a representative of MBK, the CFLD will promote greater dementia awareness in the community at large and promote MBK through advocacy and community leadership participation. Additionally, the CFLD is responsible for hiring, training and managing a CFL team that is capable of providing superior dementia care, while also maintaining the physical and emotional health of memory care residents in accordance with MBK’s principles and core values.

Assessment and Service Plans - 20%

• Assist with potential memory care resident assessment program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and community policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the resident Traditions form is completed within 7 days of move‑in and Traditions data have been included in the initial service plan.
• Direct and execute updates to Traditions data as needed to keep needs documentation current.
• Conduct interviews and observations of the memory care residents on a continual basis.
• Alert CFL team, Director of Health Services, Executive Director, family members and others (as necessary) of any changes in the physical or emotional health of the resident, and the department’s ability to meet those needs.

Ensure continuity of the memory care residents’ total care regimen by developing methods for the coordination with other resident services - 20%

• Work closely with all departments in the community to ensure memory care residents are receiving all available services to enhance their quality of life.
• Ensure implementation of all CFL signature programming.
• Oversee implementation of CFL dining program.
• Assist with development of volunteer programs.
• Ensure building maintenance systems are upheld.
• Act as a resource/care manager for CFL residents and their families.

Ensure that a full program of dementia appropriate programs and activities is implemented daily - 20%

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