Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Wellness supports the Vice President of Wellness in overseeing all wellness and clinical operations for individuals receiving services across Jefferson and Blount counties. This role provides hands-on leadership, ensuring high-quality, person-centered healthcare coordination, clinical compliance, and staff support. The Director supervises nursing and clinical teams, assists with workflow management, and plays a key role in maintaining continuity of care, medication oversight, and organizational adherence to regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Vice President of Wellness in managing day-to-day clinical and wellness operations across multiple counties.
• Supervise, coach, and support nursing staff and clinical aides to ensure effective care delivery.
• Oversee scheduling of healthcare appointments and coordination of transportation services.
• Monitor follow-up care and ensure continuity of medical and wellness services for individuals served.
• Assist with medication oversight, prescription renewals, and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, pharmacies, and internal departments to optimize care coordination.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical policies, procedures, and quality-assurance initiatives.
• Review clinical data and assist with reporting and analysis for performance improvement.
• Participate in training and professional development initiatives for wellness staff.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and agency standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President of Wellness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical coordination, health services management, or wellness operations.

Skills & Competencies

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical coordination, health services management, or wellness operations.
• Experience supervising clinical or multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare systems, medication management, and care coordination.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to person-centered care and the mission of The Arc of Central Alabama.

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel between Jefferson and Blount counties.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• This is a full-time, in-office leadership position with regular travel throughout central Alabama. Remote work is not available for this role.

Summary

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Statement
The Arc of Central Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under federal or state law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans and individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.
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