The Wellness Coordinator at EHM Senior Solutions will play a crucial role in enhancing the overall well-being of our senior residents. This position is dedicated to wellness programs, exercise classes, and 1:1 personal training that promote physical, emotional, and social health, ensuring our residents lead fulfilling and active lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate wellness programs tailored to the needs of senior residents, focusing on physical fitness, mental health, and social engagement.
- Provide one-on-one wellness consultations to residents, offering personalized guidance and support to help them achieve their health goals.
- Develop and execute exercise programming appropriate for our senior population.
- Organize and lead group activities, workshops, and events that promote a healthy lifestyle and foster a sense of community among residents.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, fitness trainers, and other staff to deliver high-quality wellness services and activities.
- Maintain accurate records of program participation and resident progress, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in senior wellness to continually enhance program offerings.
- Communicate regularly with residents and their families to provide updates on wellness initiatives and encourage active participation.
- Coordinate with other departments to integrate wellness programs into the broader care plan for residents, ensuring a holistic approach to their well-being.
Preferred Education:
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science
- Personal training certification from a national accredited organization such as NASM, ISSM or ACE Fitness
Preferred Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating wellness classes and individualized exercise programing tailored to senior populations.
- Experience in collaborating with healthcare professionals and community organizations to enhance program offerings.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of senior health and wellness needs, including physical, mental, and social aspects.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proficient in using wellness and health-related software and technology.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate senior participants.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt programs to meet the evolving needs of participants.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in senior wellness programming.
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of senior health and wellness needs, including physical, mental, and social aspects.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proficient in using wellness and health-related software and technology.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate senior participants.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt programs to meet evolving participant needs.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in senior wellness programming.
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science.
- Personal training certification from a nationally accredited organization (e.g., NASM, ISSA, ACE Fitness).
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating wellness classes and individualized exercise programming tailored to senior populations.
- Experience collaborating with healthcare professionals and community organizations to enhance program offerings.
What We Do
Founded in 1879, EHM Senior Solutions is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a full continuum of advanced residential, inpatient, outpatient, and in-home health and wellness services to seniors. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and housing delivered with kindness and compassion to senior residents and clients throughout Southeast Michigan, specializing in skilled nursing, therapies, and memory care support.
