Well-Being Associate

Well-Being Associate

Well-Being Associate $18-$21/hour | Part-Time Location: Highview in the Woodlands| Rockton, IL Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a jobit'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/licence 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

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.

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 of:

• Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act Screening
• National, State, County Criminal Background Checks
• Federal and state exclusion screening (OIG/Medicare/Medicaid)
• Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana)
• Verification of work authorization
• Applicable registry verification (CNA. Nurse)
• Motor vehicle record view for positions requiring driving