Health & Wellness Coordinator (Part-Time)

Union Settlement Association, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Union Settlement Association, Inc. in East Harlem seeks a Health and Wellness Coordinator (Part-Time) to develop and implement wellness programming for older adults across senior centers.

You will build partnerships with healthcare providers, coordinate activities, and analyze program data to improve outcomes. The role focuses on fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and social engagement, with collaboration across departments and programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field.
• 3+ years working with older adults in health/wellness programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to develop partnerships with community organizations.
• Experience with health education and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop outreach strategies to engage older adults in fitness, nutrition, and social activities.
• Coordinate wellness activities across senior centers and homebound services.
• Build partnerships with healthcare institutions and community organizations.
• Utilize data and feedback to measure participation and improve programs.
• Support referrals, program evaluation, and cross-department collaboration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

Experience with participant databases

Partnership building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Job description

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Health & Wellness Coordinator (Part-Time)

60000 Senior Service General Part-Time East Harlem, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1616

Health & Wellness Coordinator (Part-Time)

Job Description

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For over 130 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes the following service areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Development and Opportunity, Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center, the Family Childcare Network, and the East Harlem Community Partnership, NYC Benefits, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.

Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement, visit www.unionsettlement, visit www.unionsettlement.org

Position: Health and Wellness Coordinator – Part Time

Department: Aging, Health and Wellness

Reports to: Senior Director Aging, Health and Wellness Services

Hours: 21 hours per week (3 days/week) 8:30am- 4:30pm

Union Settlement Aging, Health and Wellness Department program overview: Union Settlement has been providing essential services to East Harlem seniors for over a century. Our senior population of over 1,400 seniors relies heavily on Union Settlement to help meet their everyday needs. We offer healthy aging programs at our 5 seniors centers, NORC and assistance to the homebound elderly. We connect seniors with transportation, counseling, nutritious meals, and volunteer opportunities.

Position Summary: The Health and Wellness Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, coordination, and implementation of health and wellness programming for older adults across Union Settlement’s Aging, Health and Wellness programs. The coordinator will develop outreach strategies to increase participation in fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and social activities while ensuring programming is inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the evolving needs of older adults.

The Coordinator will report to the Senior Director of Aging, Health and Wellness Services and will work collaboratively with program staff and other departments to advance health and wellness programming across Union Settlement. The Coordinator will build and maintain relationships with healthcare institutions, universities, and community organizations to bring specialized health education, workshops, resources, and services to Union Settlement programs.

The Coordinator will also support individualized referrals, cross-departmental collaboration, participant engagement, and program evaluation. The Coordinator will utilize the AI platform to communicate with participants, track participation and engagement, collect and analyze program data, and identify trends that inform continuous program improvement.

Success in the role will be measured through consistent data collection and analysis, increased participant engagement and participation, successful referrals and partnerships, and the demonstrated ability to use participant feedback and program data to strengthen and expand health and wellness services.

Responsibilities:

Program Strategy and Implementation

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage older adults in fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and social activities that promote connection, belonging, and healthy aging.
• Integrate new wellness initiatives, health education topics, and evidence-informed practices into existing services.
• Support the planning and coordination of wellness activities across senior centers, NORC, and services for homebound older adults.
• Identify opportunities to improve participation and ensure programming is current, accessible, and inclusive.
• Collaborate with program staff to promote wellness opportunities and increase participant engagement.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare institutions, universities, and community-based organizations to expand health and wellness services.
• Coordinate workshops, presentations, screenings, and specialized services with partner hospitals and other service providers
• Serve as a liaison between Union Settlement programs and external health and wellness partners.
• Collaborate across Union Settlement divisions to coordinate resources, strengthen referrals, and expand outreach to older adults.
• Identify and develop new partnership opportunities that support the health, wellness, and social needs of older adults.

Health Education and Wellness Promotion

• Facilitate or coordinate workshops on preventive health, chronic disease management, nutrition, physical activity, mental wellness, and other healthy aging topics.
• Provide individualized support and referrals to older adults seeking healthcare, counseling, social services, or community resources.
• Promote wellness strategies that address the needs of homebound, LGBTQ+, socially isolated, and less-engaged older adults.
• Encourage participation in activities that support physical health, emotional well-being, social connection, and independence.
• Maintain current knowledge of health and wellness resources available to older adults in the community.

Program Engagement and Evaluation

• Utilize ai platform as a central engagement and communication tool to reach participants, share wellness information, and track attendance and engagement.
• Monitor participation and engagement trends across wellness activities and identify opportunities to increase involvement.
• Establish and track performance indicators related to participation, participant satisfaction, and well-being.
• Collect participant feedback through surveys, focus groups, and other appropriate methods.
• Use program data and participant feedback to make recommendations and guide continuous improvement.
• Prepare brief reports and updates regarding wellness activities, partnerships, participation, and outcomes.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to programming, outreach, partnerships, referrals, and participant engagement.
• Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, community events, and professional development opportunities.
• Support special events and department-wide initiatives as needed.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to all Union Settlement policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior Director.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health education, social work, gerontology, community health, exercise science, or a related field preferred; 3 years or more relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience working with older adults, community-based programs, health and wellness initiatives, or social services preferred.
• Knowledge of health promotion, preventive health, chronic disease management, nutrition, mental wellness, or healthy aging.
• Experience developing community partnerships and coordinating workshops, events, or educational programs.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with older adults, community partners, and colleagues.
• Good organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable using technology, online communication platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with participant databases, engagement platforms, or program evaluation tools preferred

CO RECOMPETENCIES

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documentsperformancehighlightsandconcerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones.Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holdsteamaccountabletothesamestandard

Union Settlement’sDiversity,Equity&InclusionCommitment

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.