Health and Wellness Coordinator

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Job Opening: Health and Wellness Coordinator
Reports To: Human Resources Manager
Posting Date: December 29, 2022
Facility: George W. Hill
Salary: $47,840/annually


Summary

The Health and Wellness Coordinator position reports directly to the Human Resources Manager. The position assists with all matters related to employee health and wellness, to include, but not limited to: employee benefits, employee assistance programs, employee wellness, and employee stakeholder/morale committee. The position also serves in the capacity as a human resources generalist and will assist with orientation, onboarding, recruitment, hiring, and retention.


Position Eligibility Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in health promotion, public health, or related field

2+ years professional experience in health education, wellness promotion, or similar role

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and with a team

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Google Docs

Experience developing and delivering presentations

Experience with program evaluation and data analysis


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinating with other staff members to provide patients with an array of services, such as physical therapy or occupational therapy

Teaching patients about health topics such as nutrition, stress management, exercise, and disease prevention

Learning about the needs of patients in order to provide appropriate care and service

Preparing reports on patient progress and contacting health care providers when necessary

Assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding

Referring patients to other medical professionals when appropriate

Scheduling appointments for patients with various physicians and specialists

Explaining procedures and answering questions about tests and treatments

Developing and implementing health education programs for individuals or groups of people

Develop and implement health and wellness programs that promote healthy lifestyles and meet the needs of a diverse population

Conduct needs assessments to determine program goals and objectives, and develop evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness

Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of program operations, including staffing, budgeting, marketing, and scheduling

Collaborate with other departments, agencies, and organizations to coordinate services and maximize resources

Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as funders, community leaders, and participants

Write proposals and grant applications to secure funding for program initiatives

Recruit, train, and supervise program staff and volunteers

Promote programs through public relations and marketing efforts, and represent the organization at community events

Collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments

Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence related to program activities

Stay up-to-date on trends in the health and wellness industry, and attend professional development workshops and conferences as needed

Perform administrative tasks as needed, such as updating records, ordering supplies, and processing invoices


Minimum Requirements

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: N/A


Working Conditions

Standard jail facility and office environment. Incumbent may be involved in sitting and walking at will, walking/standing and/or sitting for long periods, lifting/ carrying heavy objects, crouching/kneeling, bending at the waist, close and far vision, reaching, handling/ grasping/fingering objects, hearing sounds/communication. Incumbent is frequently exposed to the hazards associated with jail operations, such as potentially violent individuals and communicable disease. No prolonged extreme physical demands are associated with normal duties or assignments.

NEVER OCCASIONALLY (0-30%) FREQUENTLY (31-60%) CONTINUOUSLY (61-100%)
LIFTING OR CARRYING
1-10 LBS X
11-20 LBS X
21-40 LBS X
41-60 LBS X
61 OR MORE LBS X
PUSHING OR PULLING
1-40 LBS X
41-60 LBS X
61 OR MORE LBS X
BENDING OR STOOPING X
REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL X
DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES X
WORKING WITH MACHINERY X
CLIMBING X
WALKING X
STANDING X
SITTING X
WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES X

Delaware County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, membership in an employee organization, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, or hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO/AA


Contact

To apply, please fill out the online application form.



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