Certified Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being Instructor/Facilitator | Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being [VHA0016015]

ProSidian Consulting•Linthicum Heights, MD

1d•Remote

About The Position

ProSidian Seeks a Certified Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being Instructor/Facilitator | Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being [VHA0016015] for On-Site And Virtual Wellness & Well-being Services on a Exempt 1099 Contract Contingent located CONUS - USA (Virtual) Across The CONUS - VISN 5 Region: Maryland, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia, along with parts of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Kentucky Region supporting 0. Seeking Certified Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being Instructor/Facilitator candidates with relevant Healthcare And Life Sciences Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Healthcare And Life Sciences Sector Clients such as VHA. This as a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being Functional Area / Swim Lane / Category Discipline Professional - Complementary and Integrative (CIH) Wellness & Well-being Services Position; however, ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position. JOB OVERVIEW Provide services and support as a Certified Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being Instructor/Facilitator [Complementary and Integrative (CIH) Wellness & Well-being Services] in the Healthcare And Life Sciences Industry Sector focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) | Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Generally Located In CONUS - USA (Virtual) and across the CONUS - VISN 5 Region: Maryland, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia, along with parts of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Kentucky Region (Of Country/World). ProSidian Virtual Wellness & Well-being Services through Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being offers Certified Wellness Challenges Instructors for Complementary and Integrative (CIH) Wellness and Well-being Health Approaches Used with Conventional Medicine as Part of a Strategy for Integrative Health. This program activity is part of a coordinated method for health and wellness services that combines traditional care and complementary techniques in a holistic, patient-centered model, focusing on well-being, healing relationships, and evidence-based practices. We offer access to livestream (interactive) and recorded virtual online wellness activities as part of a continuous, wellness-focused program, fostering resilience and reducing burnout by providing wellness resources that improve quality of life, lower stress, and support whole-person care. Wellness Challenges For Continuous, Wellness And Well-Being courses/instructions/facilitations are delivered through a secure, easy-to-use online platform that ensures simple navigation and a smooth experience for users of all technical skill levels. Certified, experienced instructors will lead all sessions, customizing content to meet the needs of diverse abilities and special populations, including older adults, prenatal participants, and individuals with mobility or balance challenges. Wellness challenges are short-term, goal-oriented programs designed to encourage healthy behaviors among participants through activities like step tracking, hydration, or sleep improvement. They often leverage gamification, leaderboards, and incentives to drive engagement and habit formation.

Requirements

Active certification in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution or board.
CPR/First Aid certification (if applicable to physical wellness modalities).
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA, patient privacy, and telehealth practices.
Understanding of CIH (Complementary and Integrative Health) principles.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in virtual facilitation or equivalent in-person delivery.
Strong technical proficiency using digital wellness platforms (Zoom, MS Teams, custom VA platforms).
Clear verbal communication and emotional engagement.
Adaptability in modifying sessions for mobility levels, mental health, or chronic illness.
Digital fluency for operating streaming, webinar, or virtual classroom platforms.
Group management, attention to verbal/non-verbal cues in a virtual setting.
Time management and consistency in scheduling and reporting.
Veteran-centered care orientation.
Emotional intelligence and empathy.
Cultural competence.
Accountability and time management.
Health literacy and patient empowerment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
Relevant field training or workshops in veteran-centric care, trauma-informed delivery, or CIH practices.
Experience with veteran populations or government/VA services is highly preferred.
Certified Wellness Program Coordinator (CWPC) from Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) or Chapman Institute.
NBHWC or NCHEC Wellness Coaching Certificate preferred.
Gamification or Digital Engagement certifications.

Responsibilities

Facilitate virtual and/or recorded sessions via a secure platform.
Deliver engaging, evidence-based wellness experiences aligned with VHA Directive 1137 and the Whole Health Initiative.
Customize sessions for populations with special needs (e.g., elderly, veterans with PTSD or mobility impairments).
Maintain cultural sensitivity to veteran populations.
Ensure confidentiality, professionalism, and a supportive online environment.
Track attendance where needed and contribute feedback for performance improvement.
Collaborate with VISN-5 stakeholders for custom wellness programming (events, staff days, etc.).
Support VHA’s goals for improved well-being, stress reduction, and burnout mitigation.
Develop and launch team-based or individual wellness competitions (e.g., hydration, step count).
Monitor participation and issue motivational communications to boost engagement.
Fully remote/virtual delivery using a VHA-approved secure telehealth platform.
Unlimited access for Veterans and staff to both live and on-demand content.
Flexible session scheduling; ability to accommodate regular, special-event, and ad-hoc sessions.
Minimum availability of 5–10 hours per week preferred, with ability to scale during peak demand.
Must be comfortable with basic troubleshooting and have access to stable internet and devices.
Must follow HIPAA, Section 508 Accessibility, and VA virtual health policy guidelines.
Contribute to monthly usage and impact reports, submitting relevant participation metrics.
Attend quarterly virtual check-ins with project managers or VISN-5 coordinators.
Must use encrypted communication and follow VA data handling practices.
Certifications must be submitted prior to onboarding and renewed annually or as required.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: The pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.
The Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the Plan you elect for medical and dental benefits.
Contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs.
Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees.
A range of investment options is available with a personal financial planner to assist you.
The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in their life.
These benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs are premium-only plans (POPs) that offer eligible employees a complete Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit.
Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to succeed financially.
Therefore, we offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program.
This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy daily.
Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, Security Clearance is required for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.
A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, performance incentives are associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent daycare expenses on a pre-tax basis.
You determine your projected costs for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you can elect supplemental life insurance.
D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.