Wellness Coordinator (Resident Activity Aide)

Responsibilities

• Meet the social and therapeutic needs of residents through activities, wellness interventions, and leisure programming.
• Maintain continued interaction with community groups.
• Complete the wellness-assigned portion of the resident assessment process.
• Provide daily events and programming that address resident needs.
• Combine resident engagement and activities with occasional administrative support responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle assigned.
• Acceptable driving record that meets Benedictine requirements.
• If leading the program, must meet federal regulations 483.15(f)(2) by being one of the following:
  • A qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional who is licensed/registered (if applicable) in the practicing state and eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990.
  • Has at least 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, with 1 year full‑time in a patient activities program in a health‑care setting.
  • A qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
  • Has completed a training course approved by the State.

Preferred qualifications

• In good standing on the State Nursing Assistant Registry.
• BLS certification.
• First Aid certification.
• Experience in long‑term care.
• CNA, BLS, First Aid, and specialized activity certifications are preferred but not required.

Pay

$16.15 – $16.95 per hour.

Benefits

A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, including paid time off (PTO), retirement plans, medical, dental, vision coverage, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. For more information, visit www.benedictineliving.org.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm.