Well-Being Associate

Wesley Willows; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer-?

Job summary

Wesley Willows in Rockford, IL is seeking a Well-Being Associate to support person-centered resident engagement and holistic well-being.

You will work under the Well-Being Coordinator to plan and deliver activities, assess resident needs, and contribute to care plans using EMR systems. This role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and dementia-friendly programming.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• 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/licensure in Illinois (preferred).
• Computer literacy, including EMR or similar documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification (Illinois)

Tools

EMR systems

Computer literacy

Job description

Well-Being Associate

$18-$21/hour | Part-Time

Location: Wesley Willows | Rockford, IL

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:Part-time 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
• 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