Well-Being Associate at Wesley Willows

Rockford, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Resident Engagement, Dementia Care, EMR Systems, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Creativity, Compassion, Flexibility, Professionalism, Training, Holistic Well-Being, Safety, Adaptability, Inclusivity, Person-Centered Care, Healthcare Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Start a meaningful career as a Well-Being Associate with Wesley Willows. Make a difference in someone's life every day. 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 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 You: 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 To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. 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.

Responsibilities

The Well-Being Associate will implement and facilitate resident engagement programs tailored to individual needs and contribute to resident care plans. They will also support resident participation in engagement opportunities and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.