The Role
Facilitates person-centered engagement programs for senior living residents, including individuals with dementia. Documents observations and care-plan contributions in EMR systems, supports group and individual activities, promotes resident safety and rights, collaborates with nursing and interdisciplinary teams, and maintains a dementia-friendly environment. The role also requires participation in training, certifications, onboarding support, and flexible evening, weekend, and holiday scheduling.
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Well-Being Associate
$18-$21/hour | Part-Time and Full-Time
Location: Wesley Willows | Rockford, IL
Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours!
Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service.
Why Join Us?
- Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others!
- Competitive Pay: $18.00 - $21.00/hour + credit for experience
- Schedule: Both Part-time and Full-Time available. Evenings and weekends with a holiday rotation.
- Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve
- Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours
What You'll Do:
- Implement and facilitate person-centered resident engagement programs under the direction of the Well-Being Coordinator, tailored to individual needs, abilities, interests, and routines.
- Observe, assess, document, and contribute to resident care and service plans using EMR systems, supporting holistic well-being through a person-directed approach.
- Support resident participation in group and one-on-one engagement opportunities by fostering creativity, inclusion, adaptability, and a safe, dementia-friendly environment.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including Nursing, to ensure continuity of care, resident safety, and promotion of resident rights.
- Utilize best-practice research, community resources, and engagement technology platforms while following established engagement and training calendars.
- Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and flexibility; participate in required training, maintain certifications, assist with team onboarding, and perform related duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Must be 18 years of age or older (required)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Senior Living, Dementia Care, or Rehabilitation setting (required)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working directly with individuals living with dementia (required)
- Current and active CNA or related healthcare certification/licensure in the State of Illinois (preferred)
- Computer literacy, including experience with EMR or similar documentation systems (required)
Benefits Available to Qualified Employees:
- Financial Wellness Perks: Access earned wages before payday through ZayZoon, plus tools and resources to support your financial wellbeing.
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Mail Order Pharmacy
- Telemedicine
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a senior living, dementia care, or rehabilitation setting
- Minimum 1 year of experience working directly with individuals living with dementia
- Current and active CNA or related healthcare certification or licensure in Illinois
- Computer literacy, including experience with EMR or similar documentation systems
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The Company
What We Do
Wesley Willows is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community in Rockford, Illinois, offering a full continuum of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, with a focus on personalized care and well-being.
