When you join The Kensington Bethesda, you’re not just stepping into a job, you’re stepping into a calling.
In our Connections and Haven neighborhoods, caregivers experience the fulfillment of building real relationships, supporting residents through meaningful moments, and advancing their careers with purpose.
For those seeking memory care jobs in senior living, The Kensington Bethesda offers a structured, supportive, and deeply rewarding environment.
Let’s walk through what it takes to join these specialized neighborhoods, and why the journey is so worthwhile.
Certifications That Open Doors to Memory Care
If you’re considering a career in memory care, the first step is ensuring you have, or are willing to pursue, the right certifications.
For most entry-level roles in memory care, such as caregiving or med tech positions, the following credentials are either required or strongly recommended:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Especially important for hands-on care in both Connections (for early to mid-stage dementia) and Haven (for advanced cognitive decline).
- CPR/First Aid Certification – Critical for maintaining safety and responding quickly in emergencies.
- Dementia Care Certification – Preferred for team members working in either neighborhood. The Kensington Bethesda supports ongoing education through in-house and external training programs.
High-quality dementia care training doesn’t just support residents, it supports you. Trained caregivers create stronger communication, fewer challenging behaviors, and higher job satisfaction.
Already a CNA and want to specialize in memory care? You’re in the right place. Just getting started? We offer structured mentorship and guidance to help you grow.
What It’s Like to Work in Connections at The Kensington Bethesda
Connections is our neighborhood for residents experiencing early to middle stages of dementia.
Here, team members play a vital role in helping residents retain independence, engage socially, and maintain a sense of purpose.
A typical day might include:
- Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) in a way that promotes dignity and autonomy.
- Participating in enriching programming like brain games, music therapy, and storytelling.
- Providing gentle reminders and cues for residents who benefit from extra support.
- Collaborating with the Life Enrichment and clinical teams to personalize care approaches.
If you’re patient, observant, and enjoy building lasting bonds, working in Connections can be both uplifting and inspiring.
What It’s Like to Work in Haven at The Kensington Bethesda
Haven is our neighborhood designed for residents in the later stages of memory loss, including those living with Alzheimer’s or Lewy Body Dementia.
Caregivers here provide compassionate, round-the-clock support in a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
Team member responsibilities in Haven may include:
- Delivering full assistance with ADLs such as bathing, grooming, and feeding.
- Monitoring for signs of discomfort or distress, especially in non-verbal residents.
- Using a gentle, validation-based communication style to ease confusion and anxiety.
- Creating moments of connection through touch, music, aroma, and visual engagement.
Haven caregivers often describe their work as deeply moving. Though verbal communication may be limited, the emotional connection is powerful and often lasting.
The Rewards of Memory Care Work Go Beyond a Paycheck
Working in memory care requires patience, resilience, and a nurturing heart. But the emotional rewards of these roles are just as powerful as the practical ones.
Here’s what makes memory care jobs in senior living at The Kensington Bethesda unique:
- Meaningful Connections: You’ll become part of a resident’s extended family, creating trust and emotional safety over time.
- Visible Impact: Your support directly influences a resident’s quality of life, every single day.
- Ongoing Growth: With hands-on experience and community-based training, memory are careers can open doors to leadership, nursing, and more specialized paths.
And at The Kensington Bethesda, you’re never navigating that journey alone. Our team operates under Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own.
Team Culture: You’ll Feel the Difference
Memory care can be emotionally demanding, but here, you’ll never do it alone.
Team members in both Connections and Haven benefit from a collaborative environment built on trust and open communication.
- Daily Huddles ensure everyone starts the shift with clarity and camaraderie.
- Peer mentoring gives new team members hands-on guidance from experienced colleagues.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration helps caregivers work side-by-side with nurses, life enrichment leaders, and culinary specialists to offer whole-person support.
Our memory care teams form strong bonds with each other because caring together creates lasting resilience.
Ready to Grow? There’s a Path for That Too
Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to take your caregiving to the next level, The Kensington Bethesda provides a clear path forward.
Through internal promotion opportunities, skill-building workshops, and financial support for certifications, we actively invest in your success.
Many of our memory care team members have moved from caregiver roles to leadership positions, proving that commitment and compassion are recognized here.
Why The Kensington Bethesda Is the Right Place to Grow Your Memory Care Career
If you’re seeking a meaningful role where every day brings purpose, The Kensington Bethesda offers more than a job, it provides a career in compassionate service.
Our Connections and Haven neighborhoods are thoughtfully designed to meet residents exactly where they are in their dementia journey, and our team is trained to do the same.
Whether you’re drawn to early-stage support or end-of-life comfort care, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary environment where your voice matters and your presence is valued.
We prioritize education, hands-on learning, and peer collaboration.
Through mentoring, cross-training, and continuous clinical education, we equip you with the tools to not only succeed but thrive in memory care. The result?
A more confident, supported team member and a higher quality of life for each resident.
Explore Memory Care Careers at The Kensington Bethesda
If you’ve been searching for memory care jobs in senior living that offer more than a paycheck, jobs that offer purpose, connection, and career growth, consider applying to join the memory care teams at The Kensington Bethesda.
Visit the career page for The Kensington Bethesda memory care openings.