Wellness Director

Associa; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a part-time Wellness Director to develop and oversee a comprehensive wellness and lifestyle program for a 55+ active adult community. You will create engaging programs, manage staff, and partner with healthcare providers to promote healthy aging.

The role involves budgeting, coordinating activities, scheduling classes, and maintaining records. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with active adult or senior living communities preferred.
• CPR/AED Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, promote, and implement wellness, fitness, educational, social, and enrichment programs.
• Coordinate a year-round calendar of activities, events, classes, clubs, excursions, and special programs.
• Evaluate resident feedback and participation levels to improve offerings.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, instructors, contractors, and volunteers.
• Build relationships with community partners and healthcare providers.
• Manage wellness facilities and activity spaces.
• Develop and administer departmental budgets.
• Collaborate with management and resident committees.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and community policies.
• Maintain participation and performance records.

Skills

Wellness program development

Leadership & staff development

Communication & customer service

Project management

Budget management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Community management software

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

Come work at Associa! We are an industry leader in community association management and we are looking for a part-time Wellness Director to join our team. If you are serious about your next move, Assoica is an excellent place to grow your career.

Job Summary

The Wellness Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive wellness and lifestyle program that enhances the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and recreational well-being of residents within a 55+ active adult community. This position creates meaningful opportunities for engagement, promotes healthy aging, and fosters a vibrant community culture through innovative programs, events, fitness initiatives, and educational offerings.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, promote, and implement wellness, fitness, educational, social, and enrichment programs.
• Coordinate a year-round calendar of activities, events, classes, clubs, excursions, and special programs.
• Evaluate resident feedback and participation levels to improve offerings.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, instructors, contractors, and volunteers.
• Build relationships with community partners and healthcare providers.
• Manage wellness facilities and activity spaces.
• Develop and administer departmental budgets.
• Collaborate with management and resident committees.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and community policies.
• Maintain participation and performance records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Monthly/Private gym orientations

Requirements

WelKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of wellness, fitness, recreation, active aging, and lifestyle programming principles.
• Excellent leadership and staff development skills.
• Strong communication, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
• Project management and event planning abilities.
• Budget management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and community management software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with active adult or senior living communities preferred.

Certifications

• CPR/AED Certification preferred.
• Fitness, wellness, or recreation certifications are required but may vary.

Working Conditions

• Combination of office, community facility, and event settings.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.
• Frequent interaction with residents, guests, and staff.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.