Description
Lead Wellness with Purpose – Join Baptist Senior Family as Our Next Director of Wellness!
Are you ready to turn your leadership, creativity, and passion for wellbeing into meaningful impact? At Baptist Senior Family, we’re seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Wellness to guide and oversee comprehensive wellness and events programming that enriches the lives of residents across our community.
Baptist Senior Family has long been a trusted name in senior living—offering independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Our wellness philosophy embraces the physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional dimensions of health. Join us in shaping vibrant programs and experiences that enhance the quality of life for residents at Providence Point and Baptist Manor.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As the Director of Wellness, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a dynamic and holistic wellness program that supports residents across all levels of care—from Independent Living to Healthcare, Assisted Living, and Memory Support.
This leadership role allows you to oversee a wide range of initiatives including wellness programming, aquatic and fitness services, spa offerings, and community events. You’ll collaborate closely with executive leadership, marketing, and operational teams to deliver innovative programming that supports resident engagement, wellbeing, and satisfaction.
If you are passionate about building programs that inspire healthy living, foster community connections, and create exceptional resident experiences, this role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful change within a mission-driven organization.
What You’ll Do
Lead Wellness Operations: Provide day-to-day management, supervision, and direction of wellness and events programming across Providence Point and Baptist Manor.
Develop Holistic Wellness Programming: Create and oversee initiatives that promote the physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing of residents throughout all levels of care.
Oversee Facilities & Services: Coordinate operations under the wellness umbrella including the Wellness Center, Aquatic Center, Spa Services, and community events for residents and staff.
Collaborate Across Departments: Partner with Marketing and Sales to highlight wellness programming as part of the resident experience and support prospective resident engagement.
Build and Lead the Team: Recruit, develop, and mentor wellness and events staff, fostering a high-performing team that reflects the mission, vision, and values of Baptist Senior Family.
Ensure Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements related to wellness programming, aquatic and spa operations, and staff certifications while ensuring safe operation of wellness facilities.
Manage Budgets & Strategic Planning: Prepare operational and capital budgets, monitor financial performance, and provide timely variance reports and summaries to executive leadership.
Measure Impact & Drive Innovation: Track participation, satisfaction, and program outcomes using engagement platforms and data tools to evaluate effectiveness, support continuous improvement, and embrace innovative wellness technologies and partnerships.
Work Schedule:
Full-Time—perfect for balancing your leadership career with meaningful community engagement.
Perks & Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 403(b) matching, paid time off, and more—starting on day one!
Wellness Extras: Free access to gym and pool facilities, plus personal training sessions.
Competitive Pay: Compensation based on experience and leadership responsibilities.
Convenient Location: Easy access in Scott Township with free parking and a PAT bus stop at our entrance.
Why Baptist Senior Family?
Named a U.S. News & World Report Elite Facility!
5 Star Facility
A mission-driven organization focused on uplifting lives, one person at a time.
Be part of a positive, supportive workplace that values your talents and celebrates your successes.
Ready to Uplift Lives? Apply Today!
Contact our Human Resources Department at (412) 489-3511 for accommodation requests or apply online. Don’t miss this opportunity to shine at Baptist Senior Family, Pittsburgh’s premier retirement community.
Your journey to a fulfilling and rewarding career starts here—uplift lives and make a difference with us!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Baptist Senior Family (“BSF”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. BSF strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All BSF employees and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment
Requirements
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) with degree in Exercise Physiology or related field with minimum of 2 years experience working with senior population
Demonstrated leadership experience managing wellness, recreation, hospitality, or events programs.
Strong organizational and operational management skills.
Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive strategic initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Experience using data, participation metrics, or engagement tools to measure program success and outcomes.
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology or related field with four years experience working in senior living environment.
Experience working in senior living, hospitality, healthcare, or community wellness environments.
Familiarity with aquatic or fitness center operations and safety protocols.
Experience with engagement platforms, wellness technology, or resident participation tracking tools.
