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Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.
But if you're the kind of person who also cares about making an impact and serving our nation's wounded warriors and their families, then you're exactly the kind of person we're looking for. When you join Wounded Warrior Project, 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 Wounded Warrior Project 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 (3 days in office, 2 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) Employee Wellness Specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting the overall well-being of WWP's workforce, with a specific emphasis on physical, emotional, financial, social, and mental wellness. This position is responsible for coordinating the operation and delivery of WWP's employee wellness program in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors. The Employee Wellness Specialist is also responsible for designing holistic wellness initiatives, in alignment with organizational goals, and implementing them across a multi-site, national footprint.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the operation and delivery of WWP's employee wellness program across a multi-site, national footprint.
Develop and execute various health promotion campaigns, workshops, and events to raise awareness and educate employees on various aspects of well-being (i.e., physical, emotional, financial, social, mental, etc.).
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate wellness initiatives into the overall employee experience and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate with external partners (i.e., benefits carriers, broker, EAP), to develop and coordinate the delivery of programs that address stress management, resilience building, mindfulness, compassion fatigue, and mental health awareness.
Coordinate classes, workshops, and challenges to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
Facilitate the organization wide delivery of content and resources that encourages healthy diets, nutrition, lifestyle choices, and preventative care.
Conduct regular assessments to identify employee needs and preferences, adjusting wellness initiatives accordingly.
Prepare regular reports on program engagement, event/campaign participation, participant satisfaction, and program outcomes.
Responsible for managing the administrative aspects of WWP's wellness program to include reconciling and delivering wellness incentives, processing vendor invoices, developing promotional content, and coordinating updates to the wellness platform.
Other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Demonstrated aptitude in holistic and inclusive programming for employee wellness.
Highly motivated, passionate, and effective team player.
Forward thinking, with the ability to demonstrate creativity in programming, and identify opportunities for expansion and collaboration.
Personal passion for wellness and interest in helping others improve lifestyle choices.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage employees at all levels.
Demonstrated skill in using various coaching methodologies to support behavior change.
Highly competent with wellbeing platform technology and Microsoft Office applications.
Confident communicator, with ability to present information effectively to large audiences, small groups, and individuals. Skill and ease while speaking in public and serving as a representative for the organization.
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
Strong critical thinking skills with a demonstrated ability to problem-solve and identify viable solutions.
Exceptional interpersonal skills. 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.
Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.
EXPERIENCE
Requirements
Three years of experience supporting the delivery of a corporate wellness program, OR any comparable combination of experience with health coaching, health education, or health promotion.
Strong understanding of health and well-being principles, to include but not limited to physical fitness, mental health, nutrition, emotional well-being, and financial wellness.
Preferences
Five years of experience supporting the delivery of a corporate wellness program OR any comparable combination of experience with health coaching, health education, or health promotion.
Prior experience working with healthcare providers or benefits brokers to facilitate delivery of wellness plans.
EDUCATION
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in health promotion, public health, or similar health science field.
Preferences
Master's degree in health promotion, public health, or similar health science field.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE
Requirements
None.
Preferences
Certification in wellness coaching, personal training, or related area (e.g., mental health, nutrition, etc.).
WORK ENVIRONMENTPHYSICAL DEMANDS
General office environment; temperature controlled.
Sitting for extended periods.
May participate in physically demanding activities under varying conditions, such as indoor/outdoor/virtual workouts.
May require lifting/carrying items up to 25 pounds.
Up to 10% travel.
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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please note:
Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."
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