Director of Wellness- Williamstown

Juniper Communities • Williamstown, NJ

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About The Position

The Director of Wellness is an integral member of the community Leadership Team and manages the day-to-day operations of the Wellness Department. The role helps ensure residents achieve the highest possible levels of functional ability, safety, and wellbeing. This is a full-time, salary-exempt position.

Requirements

• Current RN license in good standing.
• Familiarity with senior care health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable governmental regulations.
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of older adults.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Certification (preferred, not required).
• Previous management experience in a healthcare or service-related setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervise Wellness Department team members, including recruiting, retaining, training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, scheduling, and evaluating them; build rapport to facilitate teamwork.
• Observe residents receiving treatment to identify progress and medication side effects; monitor and record vital signs.
• Administer prescribed medications and injections, provide wound care, collect lab samples, and perform other basic medical care tasks.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed.
• Coordinate and implement regularly scheduled wellness meetings.
• Ensure the Wellness Department complies with applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations and policies.
• Maintain effective communication with team members, residents, families, and medical professionals.
• Report on Wellness Department operations to support continuity of care.
• Keep the department within established budget guidelines and submit recommendations for budget completion, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary Quality Assurance Practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed