Health and Wellness Director

Overview Lead with Compassion and Integrity as our Health and Wellness Director at Agemark Senior Living, located in Holland Farms, Norwalk, IA. We are a Fortune‑recognized Best Workplace for Aging Services and have dedicated over 35 years to ensuring the well‑being of residents, families, and staff. Responsibilities Lead by Example: Be visible, engage with residents, and support staff in daily care activities. Resident Care Planning: Develop and implement personalized service plans aligned with physician orders and resident needs. Effective Communication: Serve as the key liaison among residents, families, staff, and healthcare providers. Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records and service plans to meet state regulations. Hands‑On Support: Provide direct care when needed and supervise nursing services to ensure safety and quality. Staff Leadership & Development: Train, mentor, and guide wellness staff; conduct in‑services and promote professional growth. Resident Assessments: Evaluate prospective residents’ care needs and suitability for the community. Medication Oversight: Ensure accurate and safe management of medications. Emergency Response: Respond promptly to resident emergencies with proper documentation and follow‑up. Risk Management: Identify at‑risk residents and implement proactive safety plans. Wellness Programming: Lead programs that promote health, education, and preventive care to enhance residents’ quality of life. Qualifications RN or LPN License: Active, valid license for the State of IA. Senior Care Experience: Minimum 1 year working with seniors; understanding of senior health needs is essential. Management Experience: At least 2 years leading a team. Medication Expertise: Strong knowledge of medications, dosages, and potential side effects. Integrity, problem‑solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and commitment to fostering independence and dignity. Tech Savvy: Comfortable using essential software tools. Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, serve as Manager on Duty as needed, and be on call. Benefits Health & Dental Plans: Choose from two health plans, plus dental and vision coverage, employer‑paid life insurance, prescription discount programs, nurse line access, and telehealth options. HSA Contributions: Employer contributions to your Health Savings Account. Retirement Planning: 401(k) with 50% match on the first 6% you contribute. Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 resources for emotional, financial, and legal support. Perks & Discounts: Pet insurance, commuter benefits (CA only), long‑term care insurance, childcare and eldercare referrals, legal and financial consultation services, and exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment, and more. Professional Development: Career advancement opportunities, professional development courses, and an Executive Director in Training program. Referral Bonuses & Recognition: Programs that celebrate your contributions. Education Support: Certification and licensure support, plus up to 100% free college tuition through partner schools. Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr