Wellness Associate

Elan Westpointe•New Braunfels, TX

About The Position

The Wellness Associate provides services and care to residents of Elan Westpointe, an assisted living and memory care community, based on each resident’s individual Service Plan. The role reports to the Wellness Director and Wellness Manager and supports residents’ daily living needs, health and safety, and participation in community activities. No prior experience or certification is necessary, though previous experience and a passion for working with seniors are preferred. Current State Nurse’s Aide registration is preferred but not required. The position is full-time, with listed shifts of 6 a.m.–6 p.m. and 6 p.m.–6 a.m. Weekend and holiday work, shifts other than the one hired for, and extended hours of up to 16 hours per day may be required. The role involves physically demanding work and potential exposure to infectious waste and diseases, as well as situations involving residents who may be hostile or emotionally upset due to their mental status.

Requirements

Experience and passion working with seniors.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including pushing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
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.
Current State Nurse’s Aide registration is preferred but not required.
May be required to work weekends and holidays, shifts other than the one hired for, and extended hours up to 16 hours per day.
Background, criminal, and drug tests may be required; random drug testing may be requested during employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with seniors.
Current State Nurse’s Aide registration.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility.
Monitor residents’ general physical and mental health and immediately report changes to the Wellness Director and/or Wellness Manager.
Maintain an inventory of medical supplies and assist with ordering 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.
Assist residents in keeping their units clean, neat, and orderly.
Answer calls for assistance and promptly attend to resident needs.
Assist residents with clothing and laundry needs when instructed.
Assist residents with meal selection, service, and feeding as assigned.
Assist with the activity program 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.