Wellness Coordinator (Resident Activity Aide)

Benedictine; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Benedictine Living La Crosse is seeking a Wellness Coordinator to meet the social and therapeutic needs of residents through activities, wellness interventions, and leisure programming. The role involves continued interaction with community groups and completing the wellness portion of assessments.

Responsibilities include delivering daily events, programming support, and ensuring activities align with residents’ needs, with a focus on person-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle assigned.
• Driving record must meet Benedictine requirements.
• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, including 1 year full-time in patient activities in health care.
• Program must be directed by a qualified professional per 483.15(f)(2) with specified credentials.

Responsibilities

• Meet residents' social and therapeutic needs through activities and wellness interventions.
• Provide relevant daily events and programming to meet residents' needs.
• Engage with community groups for wellness initiatives.
• Complete the wellness portion of the assessment process.

Skills

High School Diploma

Valid Driver's license

Acceptable driving record

Two years social/recreational program

Qualified professional per 483.15(f)(2

Job description

The Wellness Coordinator is responsible for meeting the social and therapeutic needs of the residents through activities, wellness interventions, leisure programming, and continued interaction with community groups.

Completes the wellness assigned portion of the assessment process. Provides relevant daily events and programming to meet the needs of the residents.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle assigned to operate
• Acceptable driving record that meets Benedictine requirements
• 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.

Qualifications Preferred

• In good standing on the State Nursing Assistant Registry.
• BLS Certification.
• First Aid certification.
• Experience in long term care.

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

$16.15-$16.95

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.

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including caregiving, senior living, assisted living, activities/recreation, administrative or office support, customer service, hospitality, childcare, community programs, and other people-focused roles.

Hours Monday- Friday 800am-330pm

CNA, BLS, First Aid, and specialized activity certifications are preferred, but not required. We encourage candidates with relevant transferable experience to apply.

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