Physical Health & Wellness Coach

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job .

If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause — that it’s a calling — then we’re ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too – helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as:

· A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)

· Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members

· Competitive pay and performance incentives

· A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you.

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Physical Health & Wellness (PH&W) Coach develops and executes multiweek programs and events to educate, coach, and empower wounded service members as they work toward achieving their physical health and wellness goals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• •Identify, screen, and recruit warriors for participation in quarterly virtual and in-person Physical Health & Wellness events and coaching programs.
• •Plan agendas and execute multiday PH&W coaching program kickoff events, providing fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and health-focused education to warriors with limited to no manager supervision.
• •Create individualized coaching programs to help warriors achieve their physical health and wellness goals.
• •Manage warrior participation throughout the 90-day coaching program, providing encouragement, support, and connection to resources through regular coaching sessions delivered by telephone or Teams.
• •Provide instruction, guidance, and coaching using motivational interviewing skills to encourage behavior change and support warriors’ progress toward health-focused SMART goals.
• •Develop and execute in-person events, virtual education, competitions, and wellness challenges for warriors and their families.
• •Develop and facilitate virtual programming content via Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology-based platforms.
• •Collaborate with physical health and wellness teammates to enhance coaching program operations and delivery.
• •Identify and recommend new programming opportunities aimed at increasing overall impact.
• •Learn and implement various modalities to execute during events and follow-up, including learning management systems (LMS).
• •Establish and maintain community relationships to build an ecosystem of PH&W support for warriors.
• •Collaborate with multiple WWP departments and other key stakeholders to deliver programming and services to warriors and their families.
• •Conduct public speaking activities to raise awareness of PH&W programming and discuss the importance of starting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• •Maintain budgets for PH&W programming within an assigned region in support of leadership.
• •Manage information within various systems, ensuring accuracy while maintaining data integrity and security, e.g., Salesforce.
• •Utilize validated metrics to meet strategic outcomes and key performance indicators.
• •Manage multiple tasks, assignments, and functions while being comfortable in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• •Participate in workgroups for special projects and programming initiatives as assigned.
• •Assist with onboarding and training of new teammates as needed.
• •Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team based training, or departmental huddles.
• •Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• •Highly motivated, passionate, and creative team player with demonstrated commitment to the organization.
• •High energy level. Self-starter; willing to take initiative.
• •Proven ability to effectively engage program participants, deliver program content, and create individualized coaching plans that support long-term healthy behavior change.
• •Skilled in inclusive and holistic programming for nutrition, mobility, sleep, wellness, fitness, and other health-focused topics.
• •Ability to provide high-level service to warriors and their family members in the delivery of programs and events.
• •Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships and work collaboratively with teammates and program stakeholders both in person and through remote formats.
• •Strong organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
• •Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• •Strong presentation and public speaking skills, with the ability to communicate information effectively to large audiences, small groups, and individuals while representing the organization professionally.
• •Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and build effective working relationships.
• •Demonstrated emotional intelligence. Ability to respond to sensitive matters with diplomacy and empathy.
• •Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to problem-solve and identify viable solutions.
• •Ability and willingness to travel in support of WWP programs, services, and outreach activities.
• •Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
• •Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

• •Four years of experience working in the fitness industry, allied health profession, health management, wellness coaching, strength and conditioning, or personal/athletic training.
• •Two years of experience with longitudinal plan design, teaching, guiding, and coaching in the categories of fitness, nutrition, wellness, and/or athletics.

Preferences

• •Two years of experience working with and providing support to wounded service members dealing with health issues and invisible injuries.
• •One year of event planning experience.
• •One year of experience with customer relationship management and event management systems, e.g., Salesforce, Blackthorn.

EDUCATION

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field.

Preferences

Master’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

• •Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• •CPR-First Aid Certification.
• •Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire.

Preferences

• •Personal Training Certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA), Strength and Conditioning Certification (CSCS), or other related fitness certification.
• •Wellness Coaching Certification.
• •ASIST Certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• •Participation in highly physically demanding activities and events under varying conditions, e.g., workouts, hiking, and cooking classes. Workouts may be indoor, outdoor, or virtual.
• •Lodging in various environments, e.g., hotels and cabins.
• •May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds.
• •Up to 50% travel.

We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. WWP also offers a 401(k)-re