Well-Being Associate

wesleywillows

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Financial Wellness Perks

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer –

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Telemedicine

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wesley Willows in Rockford, IL is seeking a Well-Being Associate to support resident engagement and holistic well-being. This role offers both part-time and full-time schedules, including evenings and weekends, with holiday rotations.

You will implement personalized engagement, document care in EMR, and collaborate with the nursing team to maintain safety and resident rights. Prior dementia care experience is preferred and CNA licensure is a plus.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Must be 18 years or older.
Minimum 1 year in a Senior Living, Dementia Care, or Rehabilitation setting.
Minimum 1 year direct work with individuals living with dementia.
Current Illinois CNA or related certification/licensure preferred.
Computer literacy including EMR/documentation systems required.

Responsibilities

Implement person-centered resident engagement programs under the Well-Being Coordinator's direction.
Observe, assess, document, and contribute to resident care and service plans in EMR.
Support resident participation in group and one-on-one engagement activities.
Collaborate with Nursing to ensure continuity of care and resident safety.
Use best-practice resources and engagement platforms according to calendars.
Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and participate in required training.

Skills

Resident engagement

Observation & documentation

Team collaboration

Professionalism & compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification (Illinois)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Well-Being Associate $18-$21/hour | Part-Time and Full-Time
Location:Wesley Willows | Rockford, IL

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

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 18years 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 throughZayZoon, 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Our Commitment to Health & Safety The wellbeing of our residents and team members is our top priority. To help keep everyone safe, we ask all team members to receive a yearly flu shot (with medical and religious exemptions available), While we do not require the COVID-19 vaccine for employment, we do collect vaccination status in accordance with health guidelines. This helps us keep our community informed, safe, and prepared. Candidates must also complete a QuantiFERON Gold TB Blood Test as part of their pre-hire drug screen and physical.

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of skilled nursing services and participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs, employment is contingent upon successful completion: