Job Description

Let us welcome you home to The Edward in Calgary, ABOptima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.
Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.
This is truly supported by our credo, \xe2\x80\x9cLet us welcome you home.\xe2\x80\x9d All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours.As a Wellness Navigator specializing in senior care, you will be responsible for supporting and guiding older adults in achieving and maintaining their wellness goals. You will act as a resource, advocate, and coach, ensuring that seniors have access to the necessary tools and information to enhance their physical, mental, and social well-being. Your role will involve developing personalized wellness plans, conducting assessments, coordinating services, and providing ongoing support to empower seniors in leading healthy and fulfilling lives.Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive wellness assessments to identify seniors\' strengths, challenges, and goals.
• Develop individualized wellness plans in collaboration with seniors, taking into account their preferences and capabilities.
• Provide guidance on nutrition, physical activity, chronic disease management, mental health, and social engagement.
• Connect seniors with community resources, health services, and educational opportunities.
• Advocate for seniors\' needs and rights within the healthcare system and community settings.
• Monitor progress and adjust wellness plans as needed to ensure continued improvement.
• Educate seniors and their families on health-related topics and preventive care strategies.
• Foster a supportive and trusting relationship with seniors to promote their overall well-being.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of interactions and outcomes.

• Bachelor\'s degree in Gerontology, Nursing
• Proven experience working with older adults in a healthcare, social services, or community-based setting.
• Knowledge of aging-related issues, chronic diseases, and evidence-based wellness practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and motivate others.
• Empathy, patience, and sensitivity to the needs of seniors and their families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in using computer applications for documentation and data management.
• Flexible hours may be required to accommodate seniors\xe2\x80\x99 schedules, including evenings and weekends
• Experience in case management or care coordination

Optima Living