Remote Health Coach: Chronic Disease & Wellness Support

Marshall University; Huntington (WV); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University Health Sciences is seeking Health Coach professionals to join an integrated care team advancing rural health initiatives. The role centers on patient engagement, behavior-change coaching, and care coordination to reduce health disparities.

Remote options are available; the coach will support patients with chronic conditions through self-management plans, connect them with community resources, and assist in grant reporting while collaborating with clinicians and other team

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in public health, nutrition, health education, or related field.
• NBC-HWC credential or an equivalent recognized health coaching certification; must obtain within six months if not certified.
• At least 1 year of experience in health education, health coaching, patient navigation, or public health outreach.
• Ability to communicate clearly and empathically with diverse patients and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing coaching intake conversations and non-diagnostic assessments of patient priorities, readiness for change, daily habits, and barriers to care. Establish baseline goals and program measures using approved tools.
• Partner with patients to develop achievable action plans that support disease self-management.
• Use motivational interviewing, active listening, and strengths-based coaching to support medication-taking routines, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and nutrition goals established with the care team.
• Provide regular follow-up, review progress, and help patients adjust their goals. Involve family members or caregivers when appropriate and with the patient’s permission.
• Deliver culturally responsive education using approved materials and teach-back methods. Facilitate evidence-based workshops and group coaching on prevention, wellness, and chronic disease self-management.

Skills

Active listening

Motivational interviewing

Interpersonal communication

Cultural competence

Health coaching

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

NBC-HWC credential or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Marshall University Health Sciences is seeking Health Coach professionals to join an integrated care team advancing rural health initiatives. The role centers on patient engagement, behavior-change coaching, and care coordination to reduce health disparities.

Remote options are available; the coach will support patients with chronic conditions through self-management plans, connect them with community resources, and assist in grant reporting while collaborating with clinicians and other team