Remote Dietitian Wellness Coach for Behavior Change

Maine Academy of Family Physicians; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigate Wellbeing Solutions is seeking a Dietitian Health Coach to support wellbeing and behavior-change coaching for participants. The role focuses on education, care coordination, and appropriate referrals to licensed professionals when needed, and does not diagnose or treat.

The ideal candidate will hold a Registered Dietitian credential, NBHWC board certification, 1–3 years of coaching experience, experience with virtual coaching tools, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Education and credentials listed above are required or strongly preferred.
• Active RD credential and NBHWC certification are essential for practice.
• 1–3 years of coaching/education experience is desired.
• Mental Health First Aid certification or plan to obtain within 90 days is preferred.
• Experience with EMRs, e-doc management, and virtual coaching tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide education via phone or video conferencing to review results and program expectations.
• Engage participants to drive behavior change during coaching sessions.
• Review and provide nutrition guidance based on individual needs.
• Develop individualized care plans with participant and care team.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Support nutrition-focused education programs and materials.
• Stay current with nutrition research and best practices.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to QA and program evaluation.

Skills

Direct participant coaching

Active listening skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Technology platforms for coaching

Microsoft applications

Spanish a plus

Education

Bachelor’s degree health sciences / related field

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

NBHWC Health & Wellness Coach certification

1–3 years health coaching/education

Mental Health First Aid Certified

8 hours Women’s Health CE (or plan to complete)

Tools

EMRs

e-document management

Virtual tele-health

Microsoft Teams

Online scheduler/calendars

e-fax

Job description

Navigate Wellbeing Solutions is seeking a Dietitian Health Coach to support wellbeing and behavior-change coaching for participants. The role focuses on education, care coordination, and appropriate referrals to licensed professionals when needed, and does not diagnose or treat.

The ideal candidate will hold a Registered Dietitian credential, NBHWC board certification, 1–3 years of coaching experience, experience with virtual coaching tools, and strong communication skills.