Health and Wellness Director

River's Edge; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Full benefits package

PTO from day 1

Daily pay

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Agemark Senior Living in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Health and Wellness Director to lead the wellness team at a new community. This hands-on leadership role focuses on personalized resident care, safety, dignity, and independence, with accountability for nursing services, documentation, and service plans.

You will recruit and coach staff, collaborate with families and physicians, ensure compliance with California requirements, and champion education, prevention, and wellness initiatives to

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license required.
• At least 2 years of senior care experience.
• At least 2 years of leadership/management experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Organized and tech-savvy with documentation and deadlines.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and be on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front by staying present and setting the standard for care.
• Complete assessments and create personalized service plans for safety, dignity, and independence.
• Coach, mentor, and develop wellness staff while fostering accountability and teamwork.
• Coordinate with families, team members, physicians, and partners for coordinated care.
• Oversee nursing services, documentation, service plans, and care practices.
• Oversee medication management and ensure safe handling of medications.
• Identify changes in resident condition and implement proactive plans.
• Respond to resident needs and emergencies with calm, clear communication.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure wellness practices meet California requirements.
• Champion education, prevention, and wellness initiatives to improve residents’ quality of life.

Skills

Active LVN license

Senior care experience

Leadership experience

People skills

Judgment & decision making

Organized & tech-savvy

Flexible & dependable

Job description

Health and Wellness Director

Agemark Senior Living | Sacramento, CA | Full-Time

Lead with Compassion. Build a Strong Team. Make an Impact.

AtAgemark Senior Living, we believe great care starts with great leadership. We’re looking for an experienced Health and Wellness Director to lead the wellness team at one of our NEW senior living community in Sacramento, CA.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who loves seniors, knows how to build and support a great team, and takes pride in creating an environment where residents receive exceptional, personalized care.

What You'll Do

• Lead from the Front: Be present, approachable, and involved. You’ll stay connected to residents and your team while setting the standard for excellent care.

• Know Your Residents: Complete assessments, understand each resident’s unique needs, and create personalized service plans that support safety, dignity, and independence.

• Build a Great Team: Coach, mentor, and develop wellness staff while creating a culture of accountability, teamwork, and genuine care.

• Connect the Dots: Keep residents, families, team members, physicians, and healthcare partners informed and working together.

• Own Clinical Excellence: Oversee nursing services, documentation, service plans, and care practices to ensure quality and consistency.

• Keep Medications on Track: Provide oversight of medication management and ensure medications are handled safely and accurately.

• Stay Ahead of Risk: Identify changes in condition and residents who may need additional support, then put proactive plans in place.

• Be There When It Matters: Respond to resident needs and emergencies calmly and confidently, ensuring proper follow‑up and communication.

• Keep Us Survey-Ready: Maintain accurate documentation and ensure wellness practices meet California requirements and community standards.

• Make Wellness Meaningful: Champion education, prevention, and wellness initiatives that help residents live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What You Bring

• Licensed & Ready: An active LVN license in California.

• Senior Care Experience: At least 2 years of experience working with seniors and a strong understanding of their health and wellness needs - REQUIRED

• Leadership Experience: At least 2 years of experience leading, coaching, or managing a team - REQUIRED.

• People Skills: You communicate clearly, build trust easily, and know how to navigate conversations with residents, families, employees, and providers.

• Strong Judgment: You can assess a situation, solve problems, and make thoughtful decisions when it matters most.

• Organized & Tech‑Savvy: You’re comfortable managing documentation, details, deadlines, and day‑to‑day technology.

• Flexible & Dependable: You understand that senior living is a 24/7 environment and can support evenings, weekends, and Manager on Duty responsibilities as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working atAgemark

• BONUS eligible based on performance!

• Benefits That Matter: A full package with multiple medical options and several ancillary options as well.

• PTO from Day 1: Start earning paid time off right away.

• Daily Pay: Access your earned wages when you need them.

• We’ve Got You Covered: Employer‑paid life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Grow Your Career: Professional development, advancement opportunities, and support for certifications and licensure.

• Get Recognized: Employee recognition programs and referral bonuses that reward great work.

• Enjoy the Extras: Employee discounts and perks designed to make life a little easier.

Ready to Lead with Us?

If you’re a compassionate clinical leader who loves developing people, connecting with residents, and raising the bar for great care, we want to meet you.

Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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