Wellness Coach

Overview:

The Wellness Coach specializes in Exercise Groups and Wellness Programming and is the liaison between Wellness, Rehabilitation Services, and Nursing.

Responsibilities:

• Manages and maintains residents’ wellness/restorative nursing programs and reports any changes to the treatment plan.
• Conducts exercise groups that meet the MDS criteria for restorative nursing and documents the care provided.
• Maintains specialized equipment, such as alarms, cushions, and wheelchairs.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team by planning and anticipating long term and/or short term needs regarding residents’ admission and discharge.

Qualifications:

Qualifications Required

• Successful completion of a Wellness Training and Restorative Nursing Class.

Qualifications Preferred

• Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing on the State Nursing Assistant registry or appropriate entity
• Hospital or nursing home experience
• BLS Certification.

If the person holding this position leads the program they must meet qualifications as required by federal regulations §483.15(f)(2) The activities program must be directed by a qualified professional who-

• Is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who- - -
  • Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and
  • Is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or
  • Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or
  • Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or
  • Has completed a training course approved by the State.

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

Benefits Statement:

A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, designed to meet the needs of every stage of life, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits.