Description

Position Summary:
The Wellness Coach provides on-site and virtual support to employees by promoting healthy lifestyles, offering individualized coaching, and facilitating group wellness activities. This role is designed to build engagement, support behavior change, and contribute to a culture of health within the organization.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group wellness coaching sessions to employees.
• Conduct basic health screenings (e.g., blood pressure, weight, BMI) and share results with employees confidentially.
• Assist in creating and leading wellness activities such as walking clubs, stretch breaks, mindfulness sessions, and health challenges
• Contribute content and ideas for monthly newsletters, campaigns, and engagement strategies
• Support employees in setting achievable health and wellness goals, offering guidance and accountability.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, and other internal wellness staff to align efforts with organizational wellness initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of participation while ensuring confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Serve as a positive role model for healthy behaviors and habits.

Qualifications

• Travel to employer sites within the Grand Rapids area and surrounding communities is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Exercise Science, Nutrition, Psychology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBHWC) credential preferred.
• Other relevant certifications (Health/Wellness Coaching, Personal Training, Nutrition, etc.) are a plus.
• Previous experience in employee wellness, health promotion, or coaching is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and engage diverse employee populations.
• Comfortable facilitating group activities and providing one-on-one coaching.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Flexible and able to adapt wellness strategies to different workplace settings.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel in and around the Grand Rapids area required.