Wellness Director

Benedictine; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental / Vision

Job summary

Benedictine Living in Saint Peter, MN seeks a Wellness Director to oversee the wellness program, plan activities, and coordinate exercise and leisure offerings for residents. You will manage staff, budgets, and ensure care plans are implemented, while maintaining partnerships with community groups.

The role requires qualifications under federal regulations and licensing standards, a valid driver's license, and experience in health care settings. A robust benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Must meet federal regulatory qualifications for activities programs.
• Director must be a qualified professional in activities/therapy per state/licensing.
• Valid Driver’s license and Benedictine driving record requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the wellness program and activities for residents.
• Supervise staff including selection, training, development, and performance.
• Manage department budgets and ensure financial viability.
• Ensure care plans and assessment processes are completed for all residents.
• Engage with community groups to enhance wellness programming.

Skills

Qualified professional

Driver's license

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology

Job description

The Wellness Director is responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of the wellness program and meeting the social and wellness needs of the residents through planned wellness activities, exercise programming, leisure activities, and continued interaction with community groups.

Manages the selection, training, development, and performance of assigned staff. Ensures financial viability of department, including the development, management, and accountability of budgets. Ensure departmental completion and implementation of the care plan and assessment process for all residents.

Qualifications Required

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

Qualifications Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy, Exercise Physiology
• Experience in long term care
• Manager experience
• Experience coordinating volunteer programs
• BLS Certification.

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

$23 - $28

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.