Director, Wellness & Health Coaching

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Director of Wellness & Health Coaching to lead population health, wellbeing programs, and the staff delivering those services. The director will shape strategy, manage operations, oversee a multi-million dollar budget, and ensure alignment with value-based care objectives.

Reporting to OSU Health Plan leadership, this role requires collaboration with HR, YP4H, Wexner Medical Center, and external partners to advance preventive care, health equity, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in disease care management, health care business management or wellness operations.
• Proven ability to lead large programs and teams to national clinical standards.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills with data translation to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for population health strategy, operations, and fiscal oversight.
• Develop and implement wellness programs focused on preventive care and chronic condition management.
• Collaborate with OSU Health Plan, HR, and partner organizations to drive value-based care initiatives.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of nurses and health coaches to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Population health

Data-driven improvement

Communication

Negotiation

Lean operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

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Job Title: Director, Wellness & Health Coaching

Department: OSU Health Plan | Corporate Executive Services

Scope of Position

The Director of Wellness and Health Coaching provides leadership for the strategy, operations, and fiscal oversight of all Wellness and Health Coaching Services. He/she possesses a wellness, well-being, and population health philosophy along with operating principles that serve as the foundation of the programs which its aim is to empower Ohio State University faculty and staff to reach their health potential and optimal state of well-being. In addition, the role facilitates innovative programs and services that promote a healthy workplace culture for a multi-generational workforce with onsite and remote workspaces. The Director applies his/her clinical and business knowledge and work experience to operate the wellness and health coaching services efficiently and leads to a viable wellness business for the OSU Health Plan. The Director works collaboratively with both internal and external constituents throughout OSU to advance programming and strives to operate the program with High Reliable Organization (HRO) principles. Oversees a staff of 26-32 nurses and seven health coaches along with six direct reports and a budget of over $2 million.

Position Summary

The Director of Wellness & Health Coaching provides leadership for population health and well-being operations, including strategic planning, clinical and lifestyle behavior change program development, staff leadership, and performance management. The role is responsible for advancing OSU Health Plan priorities through data-driven, evidence-based initiatives that improve health outcomes, enhance member engagement, and support healthcare value. Cross-functional operational initiatives are a critical component of this role on a routine basis. The Director collaborates with OSU Health Plan, University Human Resources, and Your Plan for Health (YP4H), Wexner Medical Center, Buckeye Wellness, and Gabbe Health & Well-Being partners to develop and implement population health strategies focused on preventive care, chronic disease management, behavioral health, health equity, health literacy, and whole-person well-being. Using clinical, claims, and engagement data, the Director identifies population health needs, develops targeted interventions, measures outcomes, and drives continuous improvement. The Director serves as a leader, mentor, and strategic partner while promoting innovation, value-based care, and sustainable population health outcomes

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 7-year experience in disease care management, health care business management and wellness operation including wellness education; prior history of management is required; experience in leading operation to achieve national clinical standards; possesses excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills as well as negotiation skills with businesses; past experience in evidence-based model of improvement and has track records of implementing Lean operation improvement; experience in health plan or health insurance preferred; knowledgeable in nutrition, exercise, stress management, tobacco cessation intervention, chronic condition management and health coaching models; proficient in public presentation and Microsoft Office and other database computer skills; strong analytical skills to proficiently utilizing data translating into process improvement and management; demonstrates strong leadership trait and a strong track record in innovative operational programming skills.

Additional Information:

Location: Ackerman Rd, 700 (0921) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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