Wellness Assistant

Benedictine; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 26,050 - 28,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rochester, MN, is seeking a Wellness Assistant to enhance residents’ quality of life through social and wellness activities. The ideal candidate will facilitate daily programming, assist in care plans, and must have a High School Diploma, experience in long term care, and relevant certifications. A robust benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $18.91 to $20.88 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years.
• 1 year of full-time experience in a patient activities program in a health care setting is required.
• Qualifications as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional may be necessary.

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 residents’ assessment processes.
• Implements plans of care based on residents’ needs.

Skills

Experience in long term care

BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

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

18.91-20.88

Benefits Statement

A robust benefits 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 voluntary benefits. For more information visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.

Additional Information

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