Wellness Program Coordinator

Description

• Ensure that adequate and appropriate supplies are always available for team members to initiate individual, small group, and large group experiences
• Provide training and support to ensure that Wellness Programs are conducted when the Wellness Program Leader is not present, including evenings and days off
• Contribute content to community bulletins, photo collections and social media postings
• Effectively manage program supplies and services budget
• Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care
• Minimize waste and misuse of supplies and equipment
• Encourage and instruct team members to build relationships with residents, communicate effectively with them, and support their abilities
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication in accordance with the MBK principles and core values
• Review the Lifestyle Survey for each new resident prior to move-in and create a plan to welcome and integrate the resident into the Wellness Program beginning on move-in day
• Collaborate with the Director of Wellness Programming and Director of Health Services to ensure that each member of the program has programming needs documented in their service plan.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures
• Create and execute daily Wellness Program using the Daily Flow structure
• Optimize the use of MBK-provided content, ie. iN2L, Eversound, Joy for All Companion Pets, SingFit, etc.
• Push a resident safely in a wheelchair
• Partner with the Connections for Living Director on family education and support
• Assist the team to find better ways to meet residents’ needs when they express distress through verbal or nonverbal communication
• Plan group experiences by reviewing Lifestyle Surveys and finding common needs and interests
• Maintain a list of residents who have given consent for media posting
• Identify resident’s interests, needs, and potential roles in the first 30 days after move in and incorporate them into the neighborhood’s Wellness Program plan
• Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations, and all company policies and procedures concerning the department
• Attend required Teams calls and trainings
• Assist in moving residents in emergency situations
• Contribute to inter-community discussions and projects on Teams groups and channels
• Manage expenses within established monthly and annual budgets
• Highlight Wellness Programs during tours or when other guests are present
• Take videos and photos of Wellness Programs and provide them for posting on the community’s Facebook page or other social media

Requirements

• Communicate with caring and professionalism with residents, team members, family members, and other guests
• Willingness to provide compassionate care for persons with dementia including resulting behavioral expressions
• Associates Degree in psychology, social services, gerontology, social work, nursing, or recreational therapy preferred
• Understanding and compliance with all regulations regarding Resident’s Rights
• Current First Aid Certification
• Basic knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias
• High school diploma or GED
• Walk up to 5 miles per shift
• Bend, kneel, squat, sit, reach
• Exert 10-25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Ability to empathize with others, understand their needs, and respond in a helpful way
• Willingness to work TUE-SAT or SUN-THU schedule
• Over the age of 18
• Prior work experience in a similar role supporting people living with dementia or other cognitive difference
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Certified dementia practitioner or similar certification preferred
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to speak, write, and read English
• Ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with team members, residents, family members, and guests at all times
• Lift 25+ pounds
• Negative TB test
• Background clearance (per government regulations)

Benefits

• Health and Wellness resources
• A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your
• Education loan assistance & scholarships
• Flexible spending accounts
• Childcare and eldercare assistance
• Team Member discounts
• Competitive salaries
• A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service
• Financial and legal services
• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance