CNA Resident Engagement Leader

CNA Resident Engagement Leader

Job Category: Activities Requisition Number: CNARE001803

Posted: April 21, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Westminster Place Evanston, IL 60201, USA

Job Details

Description

$20.35 - $29.30 Hourly Rate (Based on years of experience) plus shift and weekend differential.

Westminster Place | Full Time | Activities Department | (10am-6pm), every other weekend (Saturday, Sunday)

Are you looking for a team where you can bring your passion, strengths, and best self as a CNA Resident Engagement Leader?

At Westminster Place, you'll join a mission-driven community where employees work together to deliver a truly personalized experience for our residents. Our team values collaboration, compassion, and shared expertise, and we're searching for individuals who lead with heart and help create a positive, uplifting environment.

If you're someone who enjoys making a difference, building meaningful connections, and contributing to a workplace centered on wellness, independence, joy, and security, you'll feel right at home here.

Why YOU Will Love Working With Us

A Supportive, People-Centered Culture

We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, a certification that reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace for all team members.

Comprehensive Benefits That Care for You

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, Wellhub, and onsite fitness
• Financial Security: PTO rollover/sellback, 403(b) with match, commuter benefits, financial counseling
• Peace of Mind: Life insurance, disability coverage, EAP support
• Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, mentorship, and career pathways
• Community & Connection: Engagement events and 24/7 chaplain counseling for emotional/spiritual support

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Communicates effectively with residents, families, co-workers, supervisors, other employees, volunteers and visitors.
• Listens for and responds to information about the person's history, current status, important memories, favorite stories, daily routines, comfort/ reminiscence objects, and people of importance.
• Empowers individuals with dementia to make daily decisions
• Addresses the unique needs of individuals with dementia.
• Collaborates with other team members within and across departments in decision-making.
• Interact with residents to meet their social and recreational needs, fosters relationships between residents.
• Organize, lead, and facilitate planned and spontaneous activities of resident choice and neighborhood preference.
• Gather residents for programs & provide instruction, motivation and assistance with programs and projects.
• Maintain attendance records of activity programs for resident participation.
• Transports residents to therapies, activities and appointments.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• CNA Certification in the state of Illinois.
• CPR certified, Accredited by American Heart Association.
• Reading, writing, and comprehension skilled needed to use medical terminology on the job.
• Ability to do simple arithmetic.
• Good communication skills.
• Long-term care experience preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of the needs of general patients.

About Presbyterian Living

Presbyterian Living is an independent, not-for-profit senior living organization offering a full continuum of care—including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Since 1904, we've welcomed people from all backgrounds across our communities in Evanston (Westminster Place & Ten Twenty Grove), Lake Forest (Lake Forest Place), and Arlington Heights (The Moorings).

What sets us apart is our commitment to people - residents, families, and employees alike. We're a compassionate, mission-driven organization where team members feel supported, valued, and inspired to make a meaningful difference each day.

Ready to Join a Team That Feels Like Family?!

If you're passionate about helping others, excited to grow in your career, and eager to make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover the difference you can make at Westminster Place!