Director of Health and Wellness

Senior Lifestyle; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Director of Health and Wellness to lead their team in providing exceptional care to Assisted Living residents. This role involves overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and managing a dedicated staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to excellence, and a heartfelt dedication to enriching the lives of seniors. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth, where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Early Wage Access via DailyPay

Qualifications

• Experience managing a clinical team in senior living or hospital settings.
• Ability to manage multiple high-level tasks professionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care delivery to Assisted Living residents, ensuring their needs are met.
• Manage labor costs, supplies, and clinical budget effectively.
• Ensure compliance with state regulatory requirements and documentation.

Skills

Team Management

Clinical Assessment

EMR/EHR Systems

Time Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

LPN/LVN or RN License

Job description

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART: Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.

This position is responsible for directing the Health and Wellness Program and ensuring that Senior Lifestyle standards and state requirements for resident care are met. The Director of Health and Wellness will direct staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage the clinical budget.

Job Responsibilities

1. Oversee the delivery of care to Assisted Living residents, ensuring their emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs are met through all program services and activities.
2. Coordinate, with the Executive Director, family/resident care conferences and serve as a liaison between residents, families, and staff. Work to ensure residents are at appropriate levels of care.
3. Manage labor costs, supplies, and other line items within the clinical budget.
4. Monitor documentation systems to meet regulatory timeframes for assessments and service plans. Write and review residents’ assessments, evaluations, and care plans with appropriate staff.
5. Assess potential residents for Assisted Living level of care, including home or healthcare setting evaluations. Conduct assessments professionally and timely, including driving to locations if necessary. Schedule and conduct new resident orientations.
6. Provide and coordinate staff training programs, including statutory or regulatory required training. Attend all required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
7. Manage and coordinate the work of nursing and assisted living staff, including communication of resident health and safety information. Oversee staff schedules and daily assignments.
8. Maintain a safe working environment by preventing accidents, preserving equipment, and ensuring safe practices.
9. Ensure compliance with all state regulatory requirements, including mandatory reporting. Complete, file, and follow up on concern and incident reports.
10. Assist with or perform mock surveys.
11. Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers, adhering to all policies and procedures.
12. Provide 24/7 on-call clinical support.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a clinical team in a senior living or hospital setting.
• LPN/LVN or RN license required.
• Maintain CEU and other state requirements for the position.
• Ability to manage multiple high-level tasks professionally and positively.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems.
• Energetic, passionate, with a hospitality-focused mindset.
• Passion for serving seniors and developing teams.
• Positive and friendly demeanor towards residents and colleagues.
• Technologically savvy and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Organized with strong time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, and paid time off. Employees can access earned wages early via DailyPay. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempted due to medical, religious, or personal reasons, subject to government requirements.