Wellness Director

EPIC Healthcare; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EPIC Healthcare in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a hands-on Wellness Director to lead resident care and clinical operations in a residential setting serving individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI). The role emphasizes quality care, regulatory compliance, and staff development while coordinating with physicians, pharmacies, and other providers to maintain safety and well-being for residents.

Ideal candidates will hold an RN or LVN license, have 2+ years of supervisory experience, and be proficient

Qualifications

• RN or LVN license required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Gerontology, or related field
• 2+ years supervisory experience in healthcare
• Current First Aid and/or CPR certification
• Experience with elderly, dementia, and/or disabled individuals
• Knowledge of Resident Rights and mandated reporter responsibilities
• Familiarity with EHR and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily resident care and clinical services
• Conduct pre-admission assessments and ongoing resident evaluations
• Coordinate physician orders, medications, pharmacy services, and outside providers
• Monitor changes in resident condition, incidents, falls, and hospitalizations
• Lead, schedule, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate care and medication staff
• Ensure appropriate staffing based on resident needs and regulatory requirements
• Oversee medication management, audits, documentation, and compliance
• Maintain accurate resident and staff records
• Ensure compliance with Title 22 and Community Care Licensing regulations
• Investigate incidents, complaints, injuries, and unusual occurrences
• Maintain safety and infection-control standards
• Participate in care conferences, emergency preparedness, safety initiatives, and quality improvement
• Serve as a primary clinical contact for residents, families, and responsible parties

Skills

RN or LVN

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Healthcare Administration or Gerontology

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now Hiring: Wellness Director

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Wellness Director to lead resident care and clinical operations in a residential care setting serving individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI).

This is an excellent opportunity for a healthcare leader who is passionate about quality care, team development, regulatory compliance, and helping residents maintain their health, safety, independence, and overall well-being.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee daily resident care and clinical services

• Conduct pre-admission assessments and ongoing resident evaluations

• Coordinate physician orders, medications, pharmacy services, and outside healthcare providers

• Monitor changes in resident condition, incidents, falls, and hospitalizations

• Lead, schedule, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate care and medication staff

• Ensure appropriate staffing based on resident needs and regulatory requirements

• Oversee medication management, audits, documentation, and compliance

• Maintain accurate resident and staff records

• Ensure compliance with Title 22 and Community Care Licensing regulations

• Investigate and document incidents, complaints, injuries, and unusual occurrences

• Maintain safety and infection-control standards

• Participate in care conferences, emergency preparedness, safety initiatives, and quality improvement

• Serve as a primary clinical contact for residents, families, and responsible parties

What We’re Looking For:

• RN or LVN required

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Gerontology, or a related field preferred

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a related healthcare setting

• Current First Aid and/or CPR certification

• Experience or comfort working with elderly, dementia, and/or disabled individuals

• Knowledge of Resident Rights and mandated reporter responsibilities

• Familiarity with electronic health records and Microsoft Office

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and decision-making skills

• Ability to work in a 24/7 residential care environment and support staffing needs as required

We believe strong teams are built through Continuous Improvement, Humility, Ownership, Integrity & Transparency, Collaboration, and Excellence.

If you’re a hands-on healthcare leader who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while supporting and developing a strong care team.