Benedictine

Catholic nonprofit senior living provider

Wellness Coach

Rehabilitation TherapiesPosted on Nov 5

Part-timeDickinson, ND, USA$18.83 - $28.03In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Successful completion of a Wellness Training and Restorative Nursing Class.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain residents’ wellness and restorative nursing programs and report any changes to the treatment plan.
Conduct exercise groups that meet the MDS criteria for restorative nursing and document the care provided.
Maintain specialized equipment, including alarms, cushions, and wheelchairs.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to plan and anticipate residents’ long-term and short-term needs regarding admission and discharge.

Desired Qualifications

Hold Certified Nursing Assistant status in good standing on the State Nursing Assistant registry or an appropriate entity.
Have hospital or nursing home experience.
Hold BLS Certification.
If leading the program, meet the qualifications required by federal regulations §483.15(f)(2), including qualifying therapeutic recreation or activities-professional credentials and state licensure or registration where applicable; eligibility for recognized certification; qualifying social or recreational program experience; occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant qualifications; or completion of a State-approved training course.

Overview

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

Responsibilities

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

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

Salary Range

$18.83 -$28.03

Benefits Statement

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 Information

#BHSDickinson

About the Company

Benedictine

Catholic nonprofit senior living provider

Benedictine is a nonprofit Catholic network running senior living and care communities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, Illinois, and Missouri, offering independent living through skilled nursing and home health. Each community provides housing matched to need with 24-hour medical support and specialized services like ventilator/respiratory care, and it operates a memory care program with dementia-stage neighborhoods. The organization expands through acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures and funds services from private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid, anchored in faith-based values. Its goal is to deliver comprehensive, accessible, faith-informed senior care that supports independence and well-being while sustaining a nonprofit model through strategic growth.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Fridley, MN
Founded: 1985

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