Wellness Coach - Watsonville, Half Moon Bay, Felton, San Mateo, CA Region

Job Summary

Wellness Solutions, a WorkCare Company, is searching for experienced Wellness Coaches to join us at onsite screening and wellness coaching events for our first responder clients in California. 

Additional screening and wellness coaching events are scheduled at various locations throughout California. 

Events take place on weekdays during normal business hours (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm PST). Each event ranges 3-5 days in length. Interested candidates must have a flexible schedule and the ability to be onsite full days for the duration of the event.

FMS (functional movement screening) experience is required. FMS Level 1 or higher certification is highly preferred; must be willing to obtain FMS certification within timeframe specified in the offer letter if not currently certified.

Event Dates and Locations:

• October 13 - Watsonville, CA 
• October 14 - Half Moon Bay, CA
• October 15 - Felton, CA 
• October 16 - San Mateo, CA
• October 17 - Watsonville, CA
• October 20 - San Mateo, CA 
• October 21 - Felton, CA 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct various on-site fitness screenings including blood pressure, body fat measurements (BIA), FMS (functional movement assessments), and various other screenings following ACSM guidelines. 
• Conduct virtual wellness consultations/follow-ups with participants regarding blook-work results (Lipid Panel and cardiovascular markers) exercise, injury prevention and rehabilitation, nutrition and weight management, stress management, blood pressure, cholesterol management, and general health education. Provide additional follow-up services to medium to high risk individuals. 
• Data entry to track program participation on wellness platform. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition, or related field required.
• FMS Level 1 or higher certification highly preferred; must be willing to obtain certification within the timeframe specified in the offer letter if not currently certified.  
• Certified ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist or Certified by the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (preferred). 
• 3 years of experience providing wellness and fitness testing services and wellness coaching, preferably with first responders.
• Fitness testing experience (VO2 Max, Functional Movement Screen, etc.,) and fitness related certifications (CPR, ACSM, NSCA, CES, etc.,) are required. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Outgoing and personable with a passion for health and wellness. 
• Flexible schedule to accommodate participants. 
• Strong background in injury prevention.
• Strong health and fitness knowledge
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.  
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.  
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.  
• Ability to create and edit written materials.  
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.  
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.  
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients. 
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills. 
• Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals. 
• Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed. 
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.  

Computer Skills 

• Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed. 

Physical Demands 

• Requires sitting and standing for long periods of time. 
• Ability to kneel for extending periods of time while rendering emergency care and/or CPR. 
• Some bending, stretching, and crouching, is required.  
• Travel is required. 
• Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.  
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer and mouse.  
• Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds and climb stairs.  

Work Environment 

• Mainly indoor, office environment conditions. 
• The noise level is usually moderate.   
• Air quality is good and temperature is controlled.
• For virtual consultations: Work Environment must be free from background noise and distraction, noise level is acceptable, temperature is controlled. At home set up must meet all Company IT, privacy and safety requirements.  

This position has an hourly pay range of $30 - $35 per hour. Final compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. 

The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual’s qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice.  

Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.