MBK Senior Living · 2 days ago
Wellness Program Coordinator
Elk Grove, CA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $27/hrMBK Senior Living is dedicated to enriching lives and exceeding expectations for both residents and team members. The Wellness Program Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing a daily Wellness Program tailored to residents with dementia, ensuring their needs are met and fostering positive experiences.
Assisted LivingElder CareHealth Care
Responsibilities
Understand each resident’s wellness needs and document them in the Service Plan
Review the Lifestyle Survey for each new resident prior to move-in and create a plan to welcome and integrate the resident into the Wellness Program beginning on move-in day
Identify resident’s interests, needs, and potential roles in the first 30 days after move in and incorporate them into the neighborhood’s Wellness Program plan
Collaborate with the Director of Wellness Programming and Director of Health Services to ensure that each member of the program has programming needs documented in their service plan
Assist the team to find better ways to meet residents’ needs when they express distress through verbal or nonverbal communication
Plan group experiences by reviewing Lifestyle Surveys and finding common needs and interests
Create and execute daily Wellness Program using the Daily Flow structure
Optimize the use of MBK-provided content, ie. iN2L, Eversound, Joy for All Companion Pets, SingFit, etc
Provide training and support to ensure that Wellness Programs are conducted when the Wellness Program Leader is not present, including evenings and days off
Encourage and instruct team members to build relationships with residents, communicate effectively with them, and support their abilities
Ensure that adequate and appropriate supplies are always available for team members to initiate individual, small group, and large group experiences
Attend required Teams calls and trainings
Contribute to inter-community discussions and projects on Teams groups and channels
Contribute content to community bulletins, photo collections and social media postings
Effectively manage program supplies and services budget
Highlight Wellness Programs during tours or when other guests are present
Take videos and photos of Wellness Programs and provide them for posting on the community’s Facebook page or other social media
Maintain a list of residents who have given consent for media posting
Perform other job duties or special projects as assigned or requested by the Assisted Living Director, Director of Wellness Programming or Executive Director
Partner with the Connections for Living Director on family education and support
Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures
Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations, and all company policies and procedures concerning the department
Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication in accordance with the MBK principles and core values
Communicate with caring and professionalism with residents, team members, family members, and other guests
Manage expenses within established monthly and annual budgets
Minimize waste and misuse of supplies and equipment
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Over the age of 18
Willingness to provide compassionate care for persons with dementia including resulting behavioral expressions
Prior work experience in a similar role supporting people living with dementia or other cognitive difference
Excellent communication skills, including ability to speak, write, and read English
Ability to empathize with others, understand their needs, and respond in a helpful way
Ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with team members, residents, family members, and guests at all times
Basic knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
Understanding and compliance with all regulations regarding Resident's Rights
Current First Aid Certification
Background clearance (per government regulations)
Negative TB test
Vaccination (per government regulations)
Willingness to work TUE-SAT or SUN-THU schedule
Lift 25+ pounds
Push a resident safely in a wheelchair
Walk up to 5 miles per shift
Exert 10-25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Assist in moving residents in emergency situations
Bend, kneel, squat, sit, reach
Preferred
Associates Degree in psychology, social services, gerontology, social work, nursing, or recreational therapy
Certified dementia practitioner or similar certification
Benefits
Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%
Childcare and eldercare assistance
Flexible spending accounts
Education loan assistance & scholarships
Financial and legal services
Team Member discounts
Health and Wellness resources
Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs
Company
MBK Senior Living
MBK Senior Living provides independent living, assisted living, memory care and short-term care options to seniors.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Diana Engle
Vice President of Health and Wellness
Recent News
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2025-06-17
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