Wellness Aide

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE SERVICES•Colorado Springs, CO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Wellness Aide is responsible for the implementation of wellness activities for participants in the Rocky Mountain Health Care Services Day Center. Working with the Recreation Therapy and Rehabilitation departments, this position is an integral part in optimizing the wellness of our participants. The mission is focused on improving lives, optimizing wellness, and promoting independence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license for the state of Colorado
Current First Aid/BLS Certification is required
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail, elderly or disabled population is required.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers
Must be efficient with computer applications such as email, navigating the internet, using electronic timekeeping, and Electronic Health Records
Must be a reliable, independent self-starter possessing the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Must have reliable transportation in order to provide service to multiple locations.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred
Experience in a geriatric setting leading exercise or wellness programs

Responsibilities

Provides wellness programming as directed by the rehabilitation department upon discharge from skilled therapy
Instructs and supervises participants performing their exercises.
Acts as a support to participants
Documents services provided to participants consistently, accurately and in a timely manner via Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Follows procedure for flow sheet completion
Participates in participant’s care planning as requested
Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices universal precautions
Displays a willingness and ability to be responsive in a warm and caring manner to all customer groups.
Participates in Quality Assurance and program improvement initiatives as assigned
Other duties as requested/assigned
Demonstrates support of the Company’s Mission, Vision and Core Values
Provides Exceptional Customer Service
Ensures discretion with confidential information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Supports a collaborative work environment including courteous, helpful, and professional behavior.
Embraces Organizational Excellence through practicing individual time management, efficiency and effectiveness and participating in continuous improvement efforts.
Adheres to and supports all Company policies and procedures.
Supports and practices safe work habits in accordance with policies and procedures.
Brings ideas, problems and concerns forward and participates in resolution and implementation.
Participates in and completes regulatory compliance trainings within the prescribed deadlines.
Attends required meetings.
Maintains skills and knowledge required including written and verbal communication, best practices for industry standards, and computer competency.