Milestone Retirement Communities
Director of Health and Wellness
Milestone Retirement Communities, Englewood, Colorado, us, 80151
Why You’ll Love Working at Milestone
Milestone is one of the fastest-growing senior living operators, with 100+ years of combined industry and hospitality experience. We focus on teamwork, creativity, and making a real impact for our residents and staff.
Perks & Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO
Pet insurance
Perks at Work
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits options
About the Role We’re seeking a skilled Director, Health and Wellness to oversee the personal care staff and coordinate all resident care services in our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. You’ll monitor resident health, ensure compliance with care plans, and lead a team committed to the safety, well being, and quality of life of every resident. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role combines leadership, clinical expertise, and operational management.
What You’ll Do
Perform comprehensive health assessments on new residents upon admission
Monitor health status of all residents through assessments and care conferences
Review and ensure staff compliance with care plans, medication protocols, and resident needs
Coordinate and attend resident care conferences and service plan reviews
Respond immediately to suspected resident abuse and report per policy
Supervise Assisted Living and Memory Care personnel, including hiring, coaching, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
Address employee relations issues and implement verbal and written disciplinary actions as needed
Attend daily management and staff meetings, resident council meetings, and family events
Conduct community audits with the Executive Director and Regional Clinical team to monitor compliance and ensure community security
Review incident reports, investigate, and implement corrective actions
Ensure Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities meet community goals
Foster teamwork, provide guidance to staff, and maintain positive resident and co-worker interactions
Promote a safe work environment and compliance with safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing strongly preferred; Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurses may be considered based on state regulations
Minimum three years’ experience in Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s, or Memory Care preferred
Proven management experience and ability to lead staff
Experience as Residential Care Manager, Clinical Director, or in Risk Management preferred
Licensed or Registered Nurse required with state-specific accreditation or license
First Aid certification required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self‑motivated, organized, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently
Ability to evaluate staff performance and provide coaching and training
Compassion for and desire to work with older adults
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents, families, supervisors, and co‑workers
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Must meet health requirements, including TB clearance, and pass required background checks
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively
Occasional weekend, evening, or night work and on‑call as needed
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, latex, and chemicals
Ability to lift and assist residents as needed, up to 50–100 lbs occasionally
Travel may be required occasionally
Join Milestone to lead a compassionate care team, ensure resident well‑being, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Milestone is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Perks & Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO
Pet insurance
Perks at Work
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits options
About the Role We’re seeking a skilled Director, Health and Wellness to oversee the personal care staff and coordinate all resident care services in our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. You’ll monitor resident health, ensure compliance with care plans, and lead a team committed to the safety, well being, and quality of life of every resident. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role combines leadership, clinical expertise, and operational management.
What You’ll Do
Perform comprehensive health assessments on new residents upon admission
Monitor health status of all residents through assessments and care conferences
Review and ensure staff compliance with care plans, medication protocols, and resident needs
Coordinate and attend resident care conferences and service plan reviews
Respond immediately to suspected resident abuse and report per policy
Supervise Assisted Living and Memory Care personnel, including hiring, coaching, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
Address employee relations issues and implement verbal and written disciplinary actions as needed
Attend daily management and staff meetings, resident council meetings, and family events
Conduct community audits with the Executive Director and Regional Clinical team to monitor compliance and ensure community security
Review incident reports, investigate, and implement corrective actions
Ensure Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities meet community goals
Foster teamwork, provide guidance to staff, and maintain positive resident and co-worker interactions
Promote a safe work environment and compliance with safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing strongly preferred; Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurses may be considered based on state regulations
Minimum three years’ experience in Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s, or Memory Care preferred
Proven management experience and ability to lead staff
Experience as Residential Care Manager, Clinical Director, or in Risk Management preferred
Licensed or Registered Nurse required with state-specific accreditation or license
First Aid certification required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self‑motivated, organized, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently
Ability to evaluate staff performance and provide coaching and training
Compassion for and desire to work with older adults
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents, families, supervisors, and co‑workers
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Must meet health requirements, including TB clearance, and pass required background checks
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively
Occasional weekend, evening, or night work and on‑call as needed
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, latex, and chemicals
Ability to lift and assist residents as needed, up to 50–100 lbs occasionally
Travel may be required occasionally
Join Milestone to lead a compassionate care team, ensure resident well‑being, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Milestone is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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