Director of Health and Wellness

Caley Ridge Senior Living•Englewood, CO

About The Position

We’re seeking a skilled Director, Health and Wellness to oversee the personal care staff and coordinate all resident care services in our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. You’ll monitor resident health, ensure compliance with care plans, and lead a team committed to the safety, well being, and quality of life of every resident. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role combines leadership, clinical expertise, and operational management.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing strongly preferred; Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurses may be considered based on state regulations
Minimum three years’ experience in Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s, or Memory Care preferred
Proven management experience and ability to lead staff
Licensed or Registered Nurse required with state-specific accreditation or license
First Aid certification required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
Ability to evaluate staff performance and provide coaching and training
Compassion for and desire to work with older adults
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents, families, supervisors, and co-workers
Must meet health requirements, including TB clearance, and pass required background checks
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, latex, and chemicals
Ability to lift and assist residents as needed, up to 50–100 lbs occasionally

Nice To Haves

Experience as Residential Care Manager, Clinical Director, or in Risk Management preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive health assessments on new residents upon admission
Monitor health status of all residents through assessments and care conferences
Review and ensure staff compliance with care plans, medication protocols, and resident needs
Coordinate and attend resident care conferences and service plan reviews
Respond immediately to suspected resident abuse and report per policy
Supervise Assisted Living and Memory Care personnel, including hiring, coaching, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
Address employee relations issues and implement verbal and written disciplinary actions as needed
Attend daily management and staff meetings, resident council meetings, and family events
Conduct community audits with the Executive Director and Regional Clinical team to monitor compliance and ensure community security
Review incident reports, investigate, and implement corrective actions
Ensure Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities meet community goals
Foster teamwork, provide guidance to staff, and maintain positive resident and co-worker interactions
Promote a safe work environment and compliance with safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned