Wellness Coordinator - LPN

Helio Health • City of Syracuse, NY

1d • $26 - $28

About The Position

Helio Health is seeking a Wellness Coordinator (LPN) to lead and develop its Residential programs in support of its mission to treat and promote recovery from substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral healthcare issues. The role facilitates wellness initiatives, education, and training for program participants and staff, and supports residents’ healthcare coordination, appointment adherence, and medication management. The position oversees medication-room operations, documentation, procedures, and audits in accordance with applicable regulations and agency policies. The Wellness Coordinator also provides staff guidance and training, coordinates with healthcare providers and pharmacies, and works to improve medication-program effectiveness and the quality of resident services. The position offers $26.00–$28.00 per hour and is eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $4,000.

Requirements

• Valid and active New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Ability to relate effectively with staff, residents, and the professional community.
• Ability to perform duties independently.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with mental health, substance abuse, or co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate wellness initiatives, education, and training for program participants and staff.
• Support adherence to appointments and prescribed medications, and coordinate with healthcare providers and relevant support services.
• Oversee residential program medication-room operations and medication-oversight audits in accordance with regulations and best practices.
• Provide instruction, guidance, support, and training to Medication Specialists and Resident Specialists regarding medication-room operations, regulations, policies, and health topics.
• Assist and model coordination among prescribing physicians and their designees, managed care companies, laboratories, and pharmacies to support timely medication fills and refills.
• Obtain and maintain documentation required by regulations and agency Medication Policies and Procedures.
• Oversee medication-room procedures and organization, reporting discrepancies or problems to the Program Supervisor or designee.
• Assist residents with appointments and, when needed, accompany them to support communication and coordination with healthcare providers.
• Ensure accurate fulfillment of physician orders within program capabilities and regulatory requirements.
• Report errors and incidents in accordance with agency Incident Management Policies and Procedures.
• Assist with training new staff and retraining staff on medication policies and procedures.
• Monitor changing medication trends and issues involving medication access and coordination with physicians, managed care organizations, and pharmacies.
• Identify staff training needs related to resident health and facilitate training sessions.
• Identify residents’ health-education needs and facilitate routine educational sessions about health conditions and wellness opportunities.
• Explore opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the medication program.
• Address ongoing problems at a systemic or community level to support quality resident services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on incentive of up to $4,000.
• Health insurance, including dental and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, with no waiting period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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