DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING & ACTIVITIES - Memory Care

AVIVA West Hartford is an Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care community. 

We believe that every day is the perfect day to have a great day. That’s why everything we offer – from our homey and historic campus to our wonderfully compassionate staff – is focused on making that happen. For independent living,assisted living, and memory care, there simply is no better community in the Hartford area than AVIVA West Hartford. Built in the early twentieth century,this grand, historic landmark puts you just minutes from downtown Hartford’s museums, parks, medical centers, shops, and restaurants.

The Director of Programming & Activities leads the design and delivery of a fully person- centered engagement program for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This is not a traditional activities role— it requires a clinical understanding of cognitive decline, an unwavering commitment to dignity and quality of life, and the creativity to meet each resident exactly where they are, every single day. The Director serves as a champion for meaningful living within the memory care neighborhood, ensuring that every resident — regardless of stage or ability — experiences joy,connection, purpose, and a sense of self.

Core Philosophy

Programming in memory care is not about filling time. It is about honoring the whole person: their life story, their identity, their remaining strengths, and their emotional world. This Director leads with that belief and instills in every member of the team.

Primary Responsibilities

The Memory Care Director is responsible for developing and executing the day-to-day programming of the neighborhood. This position will be responsible for maintaining an organized daily program while working with residents to create an exceptional activity experience.

Thisis a salaried position that will require working Tuesday through Saturdayweekly, with some flexible hours as needed and participating in a manager onduty rotation.

• Serve as an energetic leader who builds positive morale and an excellent culture in
• keeping with company values.
• Plan, direct, and evaluate the programming of the department in compliance with all
• applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Assure activities are effectively planned and executed in a functional schedule in an
• appropriate manner.
• Communicate recommendations to the executive director and director of health services
• as necessary concerning the programming of the memory care neighborhood.
• Maintain an active fall prevention and hydration program.
• Actively communicate changes in care, change in condition, and celebrations of life with family members, residents, physicians, and other 3rd party partners.
• Develop methods for coordination of the memory care department’s services with other
• Resident Services, to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care.
• Develop, present, and attend in-service meetings. 
• Complete and adhere to all other tasks and responsibilities set by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications, skills, and abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• At least 5 years experience in Senior Living and Memory Care.
• Ability to read and write in English (Spanish helpful but not required)
• Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Experience leading teams
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suites
• Medication administration certification specific to the state 

Full-time employees can take advantage of:

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid time off accrued up to 15 days per year
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Emergency Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance available
• Company matching 401k 
• Available pay advance (daily pay)

Aviva Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace