Wellness Coach (CNA-NAR)

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

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 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

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. For more information visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.

Additional Requirement: Successfully passing DOT physical

0.6 FTE, 64 hours/2 weeks

Work every 5th weekend and every 5th holiday

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Your final wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the wage range and hiring at the maximum of the wage range is not typical.