Wellness Associate

The Glades at Championsgate; ChampionsGate (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Vol...

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 4%

Job summary

The Glades at Championsgate is seeking a Wellness Associate to support residents with daily living activities and monitor health needs. You will work under the Wellness Director and Wellness Manager, ensuring compassionate care and timely communication across the care team.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility; maintaining records; and participating in in-service education. Physical endurance and a caring attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience and passion in working with seniors.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks (lifting up to 60 pounds).
• Maintain positive relationships with Residents, families, peers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene, mobility).
• Monitor residents' health and report changes to Wellness Director.
• Maintain inventory of medical supplies and assist with ordering.
• Assist with shift coverage and onboarding of new Wellness Associates.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first-aid and follow-up as needed.
• Assist with meal selection, service, and feeding; assist with laundry and clothing as instructed.
• Maintain records and files; participate in in-service education.
• May require weekend/holiday shifts; may work extended hours; may be exposed to health risks.

Skills

Caregiving

Resident support

Mobility assistance

Communication

Education

Nurse Aide registration (not required)

Job description

INSPIRATION. LIVES. HERE.

Just as we honor the legacies of those who reside in our communities, we celebrate the dreams of those who work alongside us. Imagine a workplace where your efforts make a meaningful impact on lives, where your ideas are valued, and your growth is nurtured. That's the spirit of our culture - supportive, inclusive, and empowering.

At The Glades at Championsgate, we see our team members as valued members of our extended family - encouraged to share ideas, grow within our communities, and build fulfilling careers. Our commitment to excellence and compassion extends beyond resident care to team development and engagement. Working here isn't just a job - it's a career that truly makes a difference!

As a certified Great Place to Work for 8 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

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Job Summary

The Wellness Associate reports to the WellnessDirector and theWellness Manager and provides services and care to each Resident based on the individual Resident Service Plan.

Essential Functions:

• Assists Residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility if needed.
• Maintains an awareness of each Resident’s general state of physical and mental health and reports any changes at once to the Wellness Director.
• Keeps an inventory of medical supplies on hand and assists with ordering when necessary.
• Assists with finding shift coverage when unexpected call outs occur.
• Develops and helps maintain assignments for the Wellness Director.
• Assists in orienting and on-boarding of new Wellness Associates.
• Responds to Resident emergencies; provides first-aid and arranges for appropriate medical follow-up.
• Assists Residents in keeping their units clean, neat, and orderly.
• Answers calls for assistance and attends to Resident needs promptly.
• Assists Residents with clothing and laundry needs if instructed to do so.
• Assists Residents with meal selection, service, and feeding as assigned.
• Assists with activity program as assigned.
• Maintains records according to policy.
• Maintains files as needed.
• Participates in a minimum of 6 hours in-service education per year.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Compliance and Safety:

• Follows all emergency procedures
• Understands all safety policies and procedures.
• Communication:
• Communicates effectively withWellness Director and other staff.
• Immediately advises and Wellness Director and/or Wellness Manager of any changes in physical and mental health of Resident.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Current State Nurse’s Aide registration preferred but NOT REQUIRED.
• Experience and passion in working with seniors.
• Able to perform tasks which may be physically demanding such as pushing, bending, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Able to maintain positive working relationships with Residents, their families, peers, and other staff members.
• In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 60 pounds at times.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Could be required to use a Hoyer Lift.

Miscellaneous:

• May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• May be required to work extended hours (up to 16 hours per day).
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including HIV,AIDS, and Hepatitis B and C viruses.
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset Residents due to mental status.
• Background, criminal, and drug tests may be required.
• May be asked to submit to random drug test during employment.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.