Aura Director (Resident Relations & Case Management – Mild Cognitive Impairment) at Maplewood Senior Living / Inspīr

Job Title: Aura Director (Resident Relations & Case Management – Mild Cognitive Impairment)
Location: Washington, DC
Employment Type: Full Time Exempt
Salary Range: Competitive 
Department: Activities

About Us:
Maplewood Senior Living, is a leading operator of premier senior living communities across 5 states, featuring two distinguished brands: Maplewood and Inspīr. Known nationally for innovation in the senior living space, Maplewood is a growing company dedicated to excellence in care, offering personalized and thoughtful services in independent living, assisted living and memory care.

Our success is built on a foundation of personalized, compassionate care and communities designed to enrich the quality of life for our residents. We foster a dynamic and supportive work environment that empowers our teams to excel, inspire, and make a meaningful impact every day. If you are a passionate about driving growth and innovation in senior living, Maplewood offers the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise. Join us and help shape the future of senior living!

About the Role:

Inspīr is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Aura Director to lead our Aura neighborhood—an innovative program supporting residents with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), social withdrawal, or adjustment challenges who do not yet require memory care.

The Aura Director is both a clinical and lifestyle leader, serving as the primary contact for residents and families. This role ensures residents remain engaged, independent, and fulfilled while receiving the right level of support. The Aura Director oversees individualized care plans, supervises staff, and fosters meaningful connections, all while ensuring seamless transitions between levels of care when needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and families.
• Lead case management: assessments, service plans, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Create and oversee the Aura program calendar of engagement, wellness, and cognitive support activities.
• Supervise and mentor team members, modeling empathy and person-centered care.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition, ensuring early interventions and smooth transitions.
• Collaborate with Sales/Community Relations to introduce Aura to prospective residents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Nursing, Science, or Gerontology (required).
• RN license or MSW strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in assisted living, skilled nursing, or related senior care.
• Experience supporting older adults with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia.
• Strong skills in family relations, case management, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Why Join Us?

At Inspīr, you’ll be part of a team redefining senior living—where innovation, dignity, and compassion come first. The Aura program offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents navigating the early stages of cognitive change, while supporting their independence and quality of life.

Why You'll Love working for Us: 

• Innovative Culture: We are a group of smart, forward-thinking and compassionate pros dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents through service excellence, creative and meaningful programs and continuous innovation.
• HEART: We recognize Humor, Empathy, Autonomy, Respect and Trust as core values that guide our work.
• Growth Opportunities: We promote and foster career development and continuous learning.
• Work-Life Balance: We value autonomy, flexibility and a family-friendly supportive workplace.
• Competitive Comp and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, bonus, health insurance, 401K with match, paid time off, and more. Inspir believes in rewarding top talent and dedication, depending upon years of experience and commitment to the company. Inspir strives for transparency, reviewing pay periodically, to be the industry leader in recruiting talent like you!