Director of Health & Wellness (RN/DON)

Director Of Health & Wellness

As Director of Health & Wellness, you'll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your role includes overseeing the clinical and care services for our community. You'll lead a team of licensed nurses, care managers, and support staff to ensure residents receive exceptional care and service in accordance with state, federal, and organizational standards. Through leadership, communication, and compassion, you will foster a culture of clinical excellence and resident-centered care.

Position highlights:

• Status: FULL TIME
• Schedule: Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs that includes on call for emergency situations
• Community Name: Mattison Crossing
• Location: 93 Manalapan Avenue, Freehold, NJ
• Rate of Pay: Starting at $115,000+ Base Salary + 10% Annual Bonus
• Travel: 0%10% (Occasional Regional Support if Needed)

Why you'll love this community:

Welcome to Mattison Crossing, a caring community offering Assisted Living and SHINE Memory Care in a familiar Freehold neighborhood.

Assisted Living in Freehold, NJ, combines personal support, comfortable residences, and helpful services designed to make each day easier. For residents who need structured routines and a higher level of attention, our SHINE Memory Care community provides a secure, engaging environment supported by a trained team.

Those exploring senior living in NJ appreciate how Mattison Crossing blends comfort, connection, and the reassurance of dependable care. With inviting common areas, engaging daily programs, and bright apartment options, residents enjoy a setting that feels both encouraging and familiar.

What you'll do:

• Clinical Leadership & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and ownership standards
• Oversee assessments, service plans, and resident health documentation in accordance with state requirements
• Monitor clinical outcomes, implement corrective action, and lead quality improvement initiatives
• Partner with the Executive Director and department heads to align resident health and safety goals with community operations
• Maintain open communication with residents and families regarding changes in care or health status
• Resident Care & Services
• Lead the clinical team in providing exceptional care, including wellness checks, medication management, and service plan updates
• Ensure resident service plans are accurate and updated to reflect current health status
• Partner with physicians, pharmacy consultants, and allied providers to ensure continuity of care
• Support education and engagement of residents and families in the care process
• Team Leadership & Development
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise nurses, care managers, and other clinical team members
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for staff
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a culture of compassion and service excellence
• Ensure adequate staffing levels, competency training, and clinical supplies to meet resident needs

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the current state required
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing leadership experience; senior living experience preferred
• New Jersey Assisted Living experience strongly preferred; experience with Memory Care, hospice, and higher-acuity Assisted Living populations desired
• BLS Certification required
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage a clinical team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems
• Participation in on-call coverage required

Why join us:

Discovery Senior Living earned coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It's just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover your purpose!

Our culture & values:

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we're unified by certain, core values, which we call our "Pillars of Excellence." They make up the fabric of our company, and include teamwork, integrity, performance, accountability, compassion, hard work, and creativity.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Benefits you'll enjoy:

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal opportunity employer:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A note to applicants:

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Agency policy:

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.

Employment scam warning:

We only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information.

Regulatory compliance & background screening:

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access.

Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

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