Wellness Coordinator (LPN Required) - Marion, IN (FT/PT Available)

Carey Services; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Services is a community-focused employer seeking a Wellness Coordinator to coordinate health services for individuals served. You will work with clients, staff, doctors and hospitals to keep medical records current and ensure coordinated care.

The role requires an LPN or RN license, a valid driver's license, and strong time-management, communication and teamwork skills to train staff on health and safety and to implement policy across teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or RN license.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet insurability requirements.
• Ability to learn basic teaching principles; basic math and English writing skills.
• Able to foster a collaborative work environment across departments.
• Strong time management, judgment and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical treatment and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate and train staff and individuals on health and safety matters.
• Implement agency policies related to contagious diseases.
• Participate in Individual Program Plan meetings to address medical needs.
• Coordinate wellness initiatives for eligible individuals.
• Monitor state and federal regulations to maintain compliance.
• Support administration in health and safety policies.
• Promote safety, housekeeping and proactive preventive maintenance.

Skills

Time management

Decision making

Communication skills

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Job Details:

• Pay Range: $24 - $25/Hour
• Location: Marion, Indiana
• Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time possible.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday. Hours vary. On callevery 3rd week.

Who We Are:

Carey Services is a community-based organization which receives strong support from a broad cross-section of individuals, families, businesses, and charitable interests. Supports and services are determined through person-centered planning, whereby individuals and their families direct the planning and allocation of resources to meet their own individual life goals. We believe in creating inclusive communities where everyone is valued, respected, and able to contribute.

What We're Looking For:

As a Wellness Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the coordination of health services for individuals receiving wellness coordination. This will include face-to-face contacts with individuals, training staff working with individuals, consultation with other providers, doctors, nurses, hospitals, and updating the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on health updates.

Ideal Experience, Background & Skills:

• Knowledge of Person-Centered Individuals Support Plans.
• Basic Knowledge of the intellectual and developmental (I/DD) field.
• Knowledge and understanding of the nature and types of disabilities such as physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional or developmental.
• Ability to foster a collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, cooperation and shared goals across different departments.
• Strong sense of time management, judgement and decision making.

As a Wellness Coordinator, you'll spend your days:

• Collaborating with the health office team to provide proper medical treatment for individuals served and maintain up-to-date and compliant medical records for all individuals served.
• Participatingin the education and training of staff and individuals on health and safety matters.
• Implementing agency policies and procedures related to contagious diseases.
• Participating in Individual Program Plan and team meetings to address medical needs and objectives for individuals as required.
• Coordinating wellness initiatives for eligible individuals.
• Monitoring state and federal regulations to maintain compliance.
• Supporting administrators in maintaining agency policies related to health and safety.
• Promotingagency-wide safety, housekeeping, and proactive preventive maintenance while delivering quality services.

Why Work with Us:

• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a team passionate about making a tangible impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement.
• Inclusive Environment: Be part of a supportive, community-centered workplace that values diversity and inclusion.

Carey Services, Inc is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply!

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Must possess a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or Registered Nurse (RN) license; must possess a valid driver's license and meet agency insurability requirements
• Knowledge: Must be able to learn (instruction provided) basic principles of teaching; must have good basic mathematical computation and English Language writing knowledge.
• Skills: Ability to be adaptive and flexible; excellent communication skills; time management skills; ability to foster a collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, cooperation and shared goals across different departments.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, or sit for periods of time and to lift 40lbs; must possess the sensory capabilities necessary to perform essential job functions; must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, ear plugs, etc.
• Safety and Compliance: Must be able to follow all required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as required otherwise. As required by specific job requirements, must know first aid, health and safety measures, or build an acceptable competence level by post-hire training.