Wellness Assistant | PACE Program

Midland Care Connection; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

FSA/HSA with employer contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday pay

403(b) retirement plan with match

Life and AD&D insurance

On-site education center for CEU

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Volunteer time for non-profit work

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Wellness Assistant for the PACE program in Topeka, KS. The role focuses on promoting strength, mobility, and overall well‑being through tailored exercise plans and group activities. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to implement personalized care and maintain independence for participants.

The position is full-time with day shifts. Prior caregiving experience and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred, and the organization emphasizes a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic caregiving or healthcare experience.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living (dressing, mobility, transfers).
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• Physical ability to lift and safely transfer participants.
• Ability to pass background checks and health screenings.

Responsibilities

• Promote strength, mobility and well‑being through individualized and group exercise programming.
• Lead and assist with therapeutic activities to improve balance, endurance and functional independence.
• Monitor participants' responses to exercise and report progress or concerns to the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborate closely with therapy staff to support safe and effective wellness interventions.

Skills

Basic caregiving

CPR & First Aid

Mobility assistance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Topeka, KS 66614Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayMidland Care Connection

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

PACE Program

The PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program is designed to help older adults remain safely in their homes rather than entering nursing facilities. It provides complete medical care, rehabilitation, medications, transportation, social services, and supportive therapies—all coordinated by an interdisciplinary care team. Participants receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, along with access to a PACE center for social activities, meals, and clinical services. By integrating medical and supportive care under one program, PACE helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and continue living in their communities with dignity.

Wellness Assistant

A PACE Wellness Assistant supports older adults by promoting strength, mobility, and overall well‑being through individualized and group exercise programming. They lead and assist with therapeutic activities designed to improve balance, endurance, and functional independence, while encouraging healthy lifestyle habits and active engagement. The Wellness Assistant monitors participants’ responses to exercise, communicates progress or concerns to the interdisciplinary team, and collaborates closely with therapy staff to support safe and effective wellness interventions. Their role is centered on helping participants maintain independence and enhance quality of life through movement and activity.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic caregiving or healthcare experience
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living (dressing, mobility, transfers)
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Physical ability to lift and safely transfer participants
• Ability to pass background checks and health screenings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults
• Previous work in PACE, assisted living, home health, or similar settings
• Knowledge of elder care and dementia support
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

What’s in it for you?

• Health insurance options for employees and dependents
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
• Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
• 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
• Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
• On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
• Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
• Uniform Allowance Program

Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.