About the job
As a key partner to the Executive Director, the Director of Wellness will spearhead the creation and implementation of a holistic wellness program at La Vida Real, designed to empower residents to lead healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives. This role embodies a holistic approach to aging, viewing it as an opportunity for growth, resilience, and continuous learning. Catering to both Independent Living and Assisted Living residents, the Director of Wellness will enhance engagement and deliver measurable outcomes that align with the community’s standards, fostering a vibrant culture of wellness throughout the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive wellness curriculum that covers physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual, social, environmental, and vocational aspects of well-being.
- Deliver engaging wellness programs (at least 50% of the time in direct interaction), including fitness classes, cognitive workshops, and educational lectures.
- Identify and collaborate with external experts, clinicians, and guest speakers to enhance program offerings.
- Design meaningful outings that encourage physical activity, creativity, and social interaction.
- Lead digital engagement initiatives, optimizing platforms like ZestConnect to enhance wellness experiences.
- Assist residents in improving their digital literacy, promoting independence and active participation.
- Recruit, mentor, and manage wellness staff, instructors, transportation teams, and contracted partners.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators, such as participation rates, resident satisfaction, digital engagement, and overall wellness outcomes.
- Oversee the wellness department budget, manage wellness facilities and equipment, and coordinate transportation logistics.
- Conduct onboarding interviews with residents to tailor wellness engagement to their individual needs.
- Perform additional duties as required.

