Well-Being Associate

Wesley Willows•Rockford, IL

2d•$18 - $21

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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)
Computer literacy, including experience with EMR or similar documentation systems (required)

Nice To Haves

Current and active CNA or related healthcare certification/licensure in the State of Illinois (preferred)

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.