Wellness Associate

Beach House•Jacksonville Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Beach House Senior Living, part of the AgeWell Senior Living family, is hiring full-time and part-time Wellness Associates in the Jacksonville, Florida area. The Wellness Associate provides services and care to each resident according to the resident’s individual Service Plan and reports to the Wellness Director and Wellness Manager. The role supports residents’ daily living needs, safety, independence, and well-being while working collaboratively with residents, families, and staff.

Requirements

Experience and passion working with seniors.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers, and other staff members.
Good physical and emotional health and freedom from communicable diseases.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including pushing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
May be required to use a Hoyer Lift.
May be required to work weekends and holidays, shifts other than the one originally hired for, and extended hours up to 16 hours per day.
Must follow safety and emergency procedures and promptly communicate changes in residents’ physical or mental health.

Nice To Haves

Current State Nurse’s Aide registration is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility as needed.
Monitor residents’ general physical and mental health and promptly report changes to the Wellness Director and/or Wellness Manager.
Maintain an inventory of medical supplies and assist with ordering supplies when necessary.
Assist with finding shift coverage when unexpected call-outs occur.
Develop and help maintain assignments for the Wellness Director.
Assist with orienting and onboarding new Wellness Associates.
Respond to resident emergencies, provide first aid, and arrange appropriate medical follow-up.
Help residents keep their units clean, neat, and orderly.
Answer calls for assistance and promptly attend to residents’ needs.
Assist residents with clothing and laundry needs when instructed.
Assist residents with meal selection, meal service, and feeding as assigned.
Assist with activity programs as assigned.
Maintain records according to policy and maintain files as needed.
Participate in at least six hours of in-service education per year.
Follow emergency procedures and understand safety policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with the Wellness Director and other staff.
Carry out other duties as assigned.