Wellness Behavior Coach

Sacbar; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacbar is seeking a dedicated Health Coach to support individuals in achieving healthier lifestyles. This part-time, temporary role emphasizes motivational interviewing, behavior-change strategies, and accountability to empower clients without diagnosis or treatment duties.

The Health Coach collaborates with staff across departments, reports to the Assistant Director, Fitness and Wellness, and participates in wellness events while maintaining professional boundaries and client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current Health Coach certification (ACE, NBHWC-approved program, or equivalent) OR completion of a degree in Kinesiology, Public Health, Health Education, Nutrition, Psychology, or related field with commitment to obtain certification within 90 days.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual or small-group health coaching sessions focused on behavior change strategies (goal setting, reflective listening, accountability support).
• Apply motivational interviewing and open-ended questioning to facilitate client self-discovery.
• Help clients develop measurable wellness goals related to stress management, activity, nutrition, sleep, and balance.
• Support clients in recognizing strengths and internal motivations to sustain behavior changes.
• Refer clients to qualified professionals when needs fall outside scope.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy laws and WELL policies.
• Attend training and meetings; complete bi-weekly timesheets and incident reports.
• Contribute to wellness workshops and campus events.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Behavior change

Goal setting

Active listening

Communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Health-related degree or certification

Job description

Sacbar is seeking a dedicated Health Coach to support individuals in achieving healthier lifestyles. This part-time, temporary role emphasizes motivational interviewing, behavior-change strategies, and accountability to empower clients without diagnosis or treatment duties.

The Health Coach collaborates with staff across departments, reports to the Assistant Director, Fitness and Wellness, and participates in wellness events while maintaining professional boundaries and client confidentiality.