What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness Coordinator position at Westminster Village Inc?
Description
Are you someone who thrives in environments where empathy and wellness are at the core? We're seeking a motivated and caring Wellness Coordinator to provide exceptional support to our residents, guiding them towards a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle!
As a Wellness Coordinator, you will assist the Wellness Director with all programs for Independent, Assisted, and Skilled Care residents. You will focus on program design, group class instruction, and documentation in all areas of exercise, wellness, and senior health.
We offer fantastic benefits shown in the link below:
Westminster Village Benefits
We are seeking a Wellness Coordinator available for full-time; 1st shift (Monday through Thursday 8am-4:30p and Friday 7:45a-4:15p). Apply now if you're ready to make a meaningful impact by guiding residents on their wellness journey, we'd love to hear from you!
Duties:
- Assist director in providing wellness and exercise routines with residents while complying with company policies.
- Implement progressive and safe exercise programs for individuals and groups; plan physical activity events; instruct individual and group exercise programs; and monitor results.
- Ensure the safety and proper progression of residents participating in the wellness program.
- Maintain activity records for wellness program in order to track participation and plan for further wellness services.
- Perform initial assessments and orientation for residents to actively participate in fitness programs and activities.
- Work closely with therapy partners to coordinate resident’s post rehabilitation.
- Maintain HIPAA standards regarding all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
- Provide input and write articles for monthly newsletter and tweets for social media.
- Work collaboratively with the Life Enrichment department to implement educational programming for residents.
- Teach group exercise classes for active residents and employees.
- Encourage residents and employees to take an active part in various fitness and wellness programs.
- Promote active resident participation in appropriate exercise classes and wellness related activity programs.
- Coordinate service with Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Martin Health Center to ensure maximum resident participation.
- Assist director in designing and implementing employee wellness programs.
- Answer general questions regarding Westminster Village and direct individuals to the appropriate department for further information as needed.
- Clean all areas of wellness center and equipment.
- Maintain the fitness rooms and equipment and assure safety and cleanliness of fitness facility.
- Familiarize oneself with locations and use of firefighting equipment, alarms, and disaster procedures.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Attend in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
- Participate in professional growth and development activities and various continuing education programs as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license, must obtain a J05 driving license upon hire in order to transport residents.
Requirements
College degree in area of exercise science, health and wellness, sports medicine, or related field preferred. Associates degree or certification in Exercise Science required. Experience in exercise training is preferred.
