Director of Health and Wellness

Senior Lifestyle•Auburn, ME

14h•$100,000 - $112,000

About The Position

The Director of Health and Wellness directs the Health and Wellness Program for Assisted Living and ensures that Senior Lifestyle standards and state requirements for resident care are met. The role directs staff, oversees regulatory compliance, and manages the clinical budget. It requires 24/7 on-call clinical support.

Requirements

LPN/LVN or RN license required.
Must maintain continuing education units and other state requirements for the position.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Able to manage multiple high-level tasks, including staff scheduling, care-conference scheduling, and professional, positive communication with staff and families.
Must maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward residents and coworkers.
Must have organization, self-awareness, and time-management skills.
Technology savvy and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing a clinical team in a senior living or hospital setting.
Experience managing and developing complex teams.
Experience with EMR/EHR clinical documentation systems.
Energy, passion, and a hospitality-focused mindset.
Passion for serving seniors and growing teams.

Responsibilities

Oversee delivery of care to Assisted Living residents to meet their emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs through program services and activities.
Coordinate resident and family care conferences with the Executive Director and serve as a liaison among residents, families, and staff.
Work with residents, families, and staff to ensure residents are at appropriate levels of care.
Manage labor costs, supplies, and other clinical budget line items.
Monitor documentation systems to ensure regulatory deadlines for assessment and service-plan reviews are met and resident needs are addressed.
Write and review resident assessments, evaluations, and care plans with appropriate staff.
Assess and evaluate prospective residents for Assisted Living care, including conducting assessments at a resident’s home or another healthcare setting when necessary.
Schedule and conduct new resident orientations for Assisted Living residents.
Plan, schedule, provide, and monitor staff training and in-services, including required statutory or regulatory training; attend required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
Manage and coordinate nursing and other Assisted Living staff, communicate relevant resident health and safety information, and oversee or complete monthly staff schedules and daily assignments.
Promote a safe working environment by preventing accidents, preserving equipment, and supporting safe work practices.
Ensure compliance with state regulatory requirements, including mandatory reporting; ensure concern and incident reports are completed, filed, and appropriately followed up.
Assist with or perform mock surveys.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and coworkers while following company policies, standards, and procedures.
Provide 24/7 on-call clinical support.
Perform other duties as assigned.