Weekend Wellness Assistant

Benedictine; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Education assistance

Job summary

Benedictine Health System is seeking a Wellness Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through social, spiritual, therapeutic, and wellness activities within the community. The role supports development and execution of wellness programs and daily events tailored to residents’ needs.

The position involves data collection for assessments and assisting with implementing the plan of care. Certifications in BLS and First Aid are required, with preferred experience in long-term care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in long term care is preferred.
• BLS Certification is required.
• First Aid Certification is required.
• If the activities program is led, it must meet federal regulations for qualified professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the community's wellness programming.
• Facilitate daily events and programming for residents.
• Perform data collection to assist residents’ assessments.
• Help implement the plan of care based on residents’ needs.

Skills

BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Experience in long term care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Wellness Assistant is responsible for assisting in the enhancement of the residents’ quality of life through social, spiritual, therapeutic, and other wellness activities and programs within the community.

Responsibilities

Assists in developing the community’s wellness programming. Facilitates daily events and programming to meet the needs of the residents. Performs data collection to assist with the residents’ assessment processes. Assists in the implementation of the plan of care based on the residents’ needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications Preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in long term care
• BLS Certification.
• First Aid Certification
• If the person holding this position leads the program they must meet qualifications as required by federal regulations §483.15(f)(2) The activities program must be directed by a qualified professional who--
  • Is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who--
  • Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and
  • Is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or
  • Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or
  • Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or
  • Has completed a training course approved by the State.

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

Salary Range

$22.00 – $24.50 per hour

Benefits Statement

A robustbenefits package is available to eligible associates, designed to meet the needs of every stage of life, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntarybenefits. For more information visit our website atwww.benedictineliving.org.