Wellness Coordinator

Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Eleven days of paid holidays

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs is seeking a full-time coordinator for preventive health enhancement and fitness programs. The role involves planning and instructing exercise classes aimed at improving community health among tribal members. Ideal candidates will have an associate degree in Physical Education or a related field and relevant experience in promoting healthy lifestyle initiatives.

The position offers excellent medical benefits, including low out-of-pocket insurance costs, retirement plans, and generous PTO. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background checks.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in promoting a healthy living environment.
• Thorough knowledge of wellness, physical fitness, kinesiology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Understanding of diabetes and obesity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate health enhancement and fitness programs for tribal members.
• Instruct exercise classes for various age groups.
• Incorporate wellness principles into community activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Social perceptiveness

Critical thinking

Active listening

Education

Associate degree in Physical Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Publisher

Job description

Full time | Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs | United States

Job Description

Plan and coordinate preventive health enhancement, rehabilitative physical fitness, and health education training programs for community members and tribal employees. Instruct exercise classes for all age groups. Incorporate the principles of wellness and physical fitness into all activities sponsored by the CWC. Keep abreast of current national wellness initiatives and activities to motivate community members towards healthier lifestyles. Design a variety of exercise classes that meet the needs of the community incorporating exercise, nutrition, stress management, safe living, and environmental health.

Requirements

Associate degree in Physical Education or related degree specializing in Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness. Three years’ work experience in promoting a healthy living environment. Thorough knowledge of principles of wellness, physical fitness, kinesiology, anatomy, and physiology. Understanding of diabetes mellitus and obesity. Excellent communication skills; written, oral, and interpersonal. Have a strong attention to detail. Be skilled in social perceptiveness, critical thinking, and active listening. Have experience working in a fitness atmosphere understanding exercise technique and body mechanics. Knowledge of fitness and weight equipment operation and application to specific. Must be able to multi-task. Knowledge of use of office equipment and personal computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening. Will also be required to submit and pass a criminal background check with Federal, Tribal and State Law Enforcement.

Be free from and not engage in the dysfunctional use of alcohol or any illicit drugs.

Benefits

Excellent medical insurance with low annual maximum-out-of-pocket costs, plus vision and dental. Available flex spending plan for daycare and medical costs. Also available are numerous supplemental insurance packages. 401(k) or ROTH retirement with up to 5% employer matching after one year of employment. Eleven days of paid holidays and personal time off (PTO) accruing at 130 hours annually with increases after three years of service.