Wellness Director
Century Park Associates, Alamosa, CO, United States
Purpose
The Wellness Director (non-nurse) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Resident Care Department to assure resident safety, and attain or maintain the highest practicable quality assisted living services focused on maximizing residents’ individual capabilities in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to the Executive Director.
Working Conditions
Weekend supervision responsibilities
Attends and participates in continuing education programs
Works in department as well as throughout community
Subject to frequent interruptions
Involved with residents, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances
Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions as needed temporarily
Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday
Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses
Education And Experience
Must have two (2) years supervisory experience in senior care, or related setting
Must have CPR certification upon hire, or obtain during orientation, certification must remain current during employment
Must have current First Aid certification (if required by State)
Specific Requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, resident care staff, and all other staff, family members, or others
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
Liaisons with residents, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for resident needs
Must be able to collect, analyze, and manage data
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of nursing administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in an assisted living community
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the resident care department
Must perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training
Primary Job Responsibilities Below is a description of certain key job duties, however, is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all job duties.
Administrative and Planning
Plans, develops, organizes, implements and evaluates resident care goals.
Maintains compliance with budget in labor and expense control.
Creates, manages and approves scheduling for Resident Care staff to ensure appropriate staffing levels 24/7
Resident Care Focus
Works with Executive Director and/or Assisted Living Director to build relationships with residents and families
Completes Resident assessments, develops and implements service plans and communicates these outcomes with resident and/or family member upon admission, and as often as is State-mandated, no less than semi‑annually and as needed
Conducts incident report follow‑up investigation and ensures completion of resident status documentation
Prepares for survey readiness and follow‑up to ensure Plan of Correction is appropriately and timely completed
Develops and monitors quality improvement plan
Completes audits and observations to ensure associate compliance with Infection Control and other resident care regulations
Ensures documentation of resident clinical status/needs, communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals
Investigates and resolves resident and family concerns and complaints in collaboration with Executive Director
Medication Management Focus
Oversees medication program including accuracy of medication assistance records (MARs), providing hands‑on medication assistance to residents and monitoring med passes
Provides communication and follow‑up with provider pharmacy to ensure compliance with resident medication orders
Conducts regular audits of medication records, med storage areas, MARs and Narcotic Declining Inventories
Supervisory Requirements
Recruits, selects, hires, trains, evaluates, supervises, and counsels resident care team as needed
Serves as an effective role model, maintaining an approachable leadership style
Essential Functions
Must be able to plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct resident care staff
Must be able to schedule appropriate levels of Care aides/CNAs, Med Techs, and/or LPNs per shift
Must be able to effectively manage and operate with department budget
Performs tasks under the direction of an LPN or RN as needed and supervises the LPN and RN staff as applicable.
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards residents and staff
Must follow company policies including harassment, code of ethics, complaint procedures, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, dress code, open door, and resident rights
Must ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents and support residents in times of crisis (i.e. natural disasters, etc.)
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs, and push/pull 35 lbs
Core Character Traits
Communicate with Dignity and Respect
Promote Excellence through Transparency, Honesty and Accountability
Create a Welcoming Environment for all through Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstrate Good Citizenship through Fairness, Caring, and Cooperation
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Working Conditions
Weekend supervision responsibilities
Attends and participates in continuing education programs
Works in department as well as throughout community
Subject to frequent interruptions
Involved with residents, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances
Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions as needed temporarily
Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday
Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses
Education And Experience
Must have two (2) years supervisory experience in senior care, or related setting
Must have CPR certification upon hire, or obtain during orientation, certification must remain current during employment
Must have current First Aid certification (if required by State)
Specific Requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, resident care staff, and all other staff, family members, or others
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
Liaisons with residents, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for resident needs
Must be able to collect, analyze, and manage data
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of nursing administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in an assisted living community
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the resident care department
Must perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training
Primary Job Responsibilities Below is a description of certain key job duties, however, is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all job duties.
Administrative and Planning
Plans, develops, organizes, implements and evaluates resident care goals.
Maintains compliance with budget in labor and expense control.
Creates, manages and approves scheduling for Resident Care staff to ensure appropriate staffing levels 24/7
Resident Care Focus
Works with Executive Director and/or Assisted Living Director to build relationships with residents and families
Completes Resident assessments, develops and implements service plans and communicates these outcomes with resident and/or family member upon admission, and as often as is State-mandated, no less than semi‑annually and as needed
Conducts incident report follow‑up investigation and ensures completion of resident status documentation
Prepares for survey readiness and follow‑up to ensure Plan of Correction is appropriately and timely completed
Develops and monitors quality improvement plan
Completes audits and observations to ensure associate compliance with Infection Control and other resident care regulations
Ensures documentation of resident clinical status/needs, communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals
Investigates and resolves resident and family concerns and complaints in collaboration with Executive Director
Medication Management Focus
Oversees medication program including accuracy of medication assistance records (MARs), providing hands‑on medication assistance to residents and monitoring med passes
Provides communication and follow‑up with provider pharmacy to ensure compliance with resident medication orders
Conducts regular audits of medication records, med storage areas, MARs and Narcotic Declining Inventories
Supervisory Requirements
Recruits, selects, hires, trains, evaluates, supervises, and counsels resident care team as needed
Serves as an effective role model, maintaining an approachable leadership style
Essential Functions
Must be able to plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct resident care staff
Must be able to schedule appropriate levels of Care aides/CNAs, Med Techs, and/or LPNs per shift
Must be able to effectively manage and operate with department budget
Performs tasks under the direction of an LPN or RN as needed and supervises the LPN and RN staff as applicable.
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards residents and staff
Must follow company policies including harassment, code of ethics, complaint procedures, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, dress code, open door, and resident rights
Must ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents and support residents in times of crisis (i.e. natural disasters, etc.)
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs, and push/pull 35 lbs
Core Character Traits
Communicate with Dignity and Respect
Promote Excellence through Transparency, Honesty and Accountability
Create a Welcoming Environment for all through Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstrate Good Citizenship through Fairness, Caring, and Cooperation
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