Director of Health and Wellness

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

8h•$93,000 - $103,000

About The Position

The Director of Health and Wellness directs the Health and Wellness Program at Gorham House, ensuring Senior Lifestyle standards and state requirements for resident care are met. The role oversees care delivery for Assisted Living residents, directs nursing and other assisted living staff, maintains regulatory compliance, and manages the clinical budget. It also coordinates care conferences, resident assessments and service plans, staff training, and resident orientations. The position requires 24/7 on-call clinical support.

Requirements

Experience managing a clinical team in a senior living or hospital setting.
Current LPN/LVN or RN license.
Maintain CEUs and other state requirements for the position.
Ability to manage multiple high-level tasks, including staff scheduling, care-conference scheduling, and professional communication with staff and families.
Experience managing and developing complex teams.
Experience with EMR/EHR clinical documentation systems.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Energy, passion, and a hospitality-focused mindset.
Passion for serving seniors and growing teams.
Positive and friendly demeanor toward residents and coworkers.
Technology savvy and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Self-awareness, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee care delivery to Assisted Living residents to address their emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs through program services and activities.
Coordinate family and resident 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 required regulatory timelines 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, potentially traveling to their homes or other healthcare settings to conduct assessments.
Schedule and conduct new resident orientation for Assisted Living residents.
Provide, plan, schedule, 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 to the State.
Ensure concern and incident reports are completed and filed, and that appropriate follow-up occurs.
Assist with or perform mock surveys.
Maintain a positive, 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.