Wellness Assistant

St. Gabriel's Community; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Gabriel's Community in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Casual Wellness Assistant to help develop and facilitate wellness programming for residents.

You will support daily events and assist in data collection for assessments, contributing to each resident's plan of care with empathy and respect. The role requires weekend availability (one weekend per month) and a background in long-term care, with certifications such as BLS and First Aid preferred or required as indicated.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in long term care preferred.
• BLS Certification required.
• First Aid Certification required.
• Must meet federal regulations for activities program leadership.
• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, with 1 year full-time in a healthcare setting, or qualification as OT/OTA, or completed state-approved training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience in long term care

BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Qualified activities professional (per

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

$19.08 - $21.07 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.

Additional Information

Our community in Owatonna, MN, is looking for dynamic individuals to join our Wellness Team as a Casual Wellness Assistant! Working one weekend per month would be a requirement. Our dedicated associates work to enhance the lives of our residents every day with respect, compassion and trust. Come be part of a place where you make a difference every day!

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