Wellness Coach

Quad/Graphics; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

QuadMed is seeking a Virtual Wellness Coach for our employer-sponsored, primary care-focused health center. This part-time (0.5 FTE) role focuses on health promotion, coaching participants to adopt healthier lifestyles, and driving engagement in wellness programs.

You will work under the Health Center Lead to maximize participation, deliver coaching, and support program outcomes with a patient-centered approach and strong documentation in EMR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion, nursing, nutrition, exercise science or related field.
• Minimum one year of experience in the wellness industry and coordinating corporate health programs.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• CHES certification preferred; NBHWC coaching cert within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness coaching via face-to-face, telephone, or telehealth to reduce high-risk behaviors.
• Document coaching sessions and client activities in the EMR system.
• Develop assessments to determine health needs and assist in annual wellness work plans.
• Deliver population health risk management programs and engage employees across the organization.
• Coordinate and deliver fitness and wellness programs, campaigns, and assessments.

Skills

Wellness coaching

EMR

Microsoft Office

Behavior change

Communication

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in health education or related field

Tools

EMR

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Creating a better way. It's more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It's our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential - at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better.

Join QuadMed as a Virtual Wellness Coach and make a meaningful impact on patient health in our employer-sponsored, primary care-focused health center in this part-time (0.5 FTE) opportunity.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Under the direction of the Health Center Lead, the Wellness Coach will coordinate and deliver health promotion activities. This position will provide outstanding service to program participants to maximize participation, while facilitating behavior change, maximizing engagement and outcomes, and customer satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide appropriate health outreach and wellness coaching via face to face, telephone, or telehealth technology to reduce or eliminate high-risk behaviors; encourages active adoption of habits that are conducive to a higher quality of life.
• Utilizes coaching methodologies and communication skills to solicit change and/or increase a patient's desire to change behavior and adopt a healthier lifestyle; documents client activities and coaching session notes in established clinical format using EMR technology.
• May develop and implement assessment plans to determine the population’s health and lifestyle needs; assemble data to assist with designing an Annual Wellness Work Plan.
• Deliver total population health risk management programs/services, while using corporate culture change strategies defined through employer Health Promotion standards/best practice. May assist with developing these programs.
• Provide services and programs specific to QuadMed's strategic goals, employee health risks and interests, and collaborate with internal and external resources to provide a comprehensive plan of care with appropriately defined interventions.
• Serve as the key resource for engaging employee awareness and participation in Wellness and Health Improvement programs.
• Proactively contribute to and/or lead wellness committee meetings while acquiring program buy-in and support through all levels of the organization.
• Coordinates and delivers fitness and wellness programs and services, including but not limited to health awareness, educational campaigns, behavior change programs, group fitness classes (combination of cardio, weight training, mind/body), and physical fitness services (personal training, program design, fitness assessments and orientations).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in health education, health promotion, nursing, nutrition, exercise science or another related field

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in the wellness industry, to include experience in the delivery and coordination of corporate based health promotions programs, one-on-one health coaching and/or personal training

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
• CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) certification preferred.
• Health coaching certification from National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) Approved Program or must obtain within one year of hire date.
• Fitness and physical activity focused positions require discipline specific certification, as applicable. Examples may include
  • Personal Trainer certification or must be willing to acquire within 3-6 months of employment.
  • Group Fitness certification or must be willing to acquire within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Skills in program development, implementation, marketing, and promotion.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Ability to make recommendations to effectively solve problems, using judgment consistent with standards, practices, policies, and procedures.
• The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills and keen attention to detail
• Some travel may be required
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.
• Must have strong computer skills including a proficiency in an EMR and Microsoft Office (MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
• General health risk knowledge including cholesterol, blood pressure, BMI and blood sugar
• Bilingual a plus

Employees can be expected to be paid an annualized hourly range of $30 -$36 an hour based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions.

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

QuadMed and Quad are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad do not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. QuadMed and Quad also prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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