Wellness Coordinator

americanbaptisthomes; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 19,975 - 25,967; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

americanbaptisthomes in Harlan, IA is seeking a Wellness Coordinator for Senior Living to enrich the lives of residents through engaging activities. The role offers full-time days with competitive pay ranging from $14.50 to $18.85 per hour and provides opportunities to make a meaningful impact daily.

Responsibilities include planning and leading wellness activities, supporting residents, and working closely with a dedicated team to foster a positive environment. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to care.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work scheduled weekdays and rotating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and leading recreational activities.
• Support residents’ emotional and social well-being through programming.
• Encourage participation and build positive relationships with residents.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate, energetic, and resident-focused approach

Job description

Wellness Coordinator – Senior Living
$14.50–$18.85/hour | Full-Time Days
Elm Crest Senior Living Community | Harlan, IA

Elm Crest Senior Living Community is hiring an Activity Aide to support engaging and meaningful recreational programming across our senior living community. This is a full-time, day-shift opportunity with competitive pay, strong benefits, and a mission-driven culture.

If you are passionate about enriching the lives of older adults and creating meaningful daily experiences for residents, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay: $14.50–$18.85 per hour (credit given for experience)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm with a rotating weekend schedule
• Mission-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact in residents’ lives every day
• Supportive Team Culture: Develop meaningful relationships with residents and team members
• Growth Opportunities: Training and resources to support your professional development
• Fast Hiring Process: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You’ll Do

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and leading recreational, social, and wellness activities for residents
• Support residents’ emotional, physical, cognitive, and social well-being through engaging programming
• Work closely with the Life Enrichment Director to create meaningful resident experiences
• Encourage participation and build positive relationships with residents and families
• Assist with group activities, special events, outings, and holiday programming
• Prepare activity materials, supplies, and room setups as needed
• Support residents across all levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing
• Maintain activity documentation and attendance records as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work scheduled weekdays and rotating weekends
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, energetic, and resident-focused approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, healthcare, or senior living preferred
• Experience working with older adults preferred
• Creative and team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.