Health & Wellness Specialist
About The Position
MIKID is seeking a Health and Wellness Specialist to support members in the Behavioral Health System through MIFitKID programming and other targeted wellness initiatives. The role empowers children and families to participate actively in their health through strengths-based interventions intended to promote meaningful, measurable outcomes and long-term well-being. The Specialist works closely with children, caregivers, and multidisciplinary care teams to provide coordinated, family-centered services that respect each family’s cultural values. This community-based position involves travel up to 50%, providing services in homes and community settings, and transporting members as needed. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. MIKID describes success as being a dependable, caring, committed, reliable, teachable, patient provider who is driven to make an impact. The organization offers on-the-job training, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Passion for prevention and healthy lifestyle design.
- Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and stay organized.
- Proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to travel up to 50% and provide services in homes and community settings.
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License, reliable transportation, required insurance and registration, and a clean driving record.
- Fingerprint Clearance or ability to obtain it.
- U.S. work authorization.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of prolonged sitting and computer use, frequent standing and walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working indoors and outdoors, including in extreme weather.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Support members in the Behavioral Health System through MIFitKID programming and targeted wellness initiatives.
- Deliver strengths-based interventions that promote meaningful, measurable outcomes and long-term well-being.
- Partner with children, caregivers, and multidisciplinary care teams to provide coordinated, family-centered services.
- Plan and lead individualized and group wellness activities.
- Organize community-based events.
- Manage an active caseload and coordinate care.
- Maintain documentation and confidentiality.
- Contribute to ongoing program development.
- Provide services in homes and community settings and transport members as needed.
Benefits
- 14 paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday.
- Matching 401K retirement plan.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid time off starting at 3 weeks annually.
- Sick time.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- On-the-job training.
- Employee referral program.
- Pay increases at the 6-month and 1-year marks for new hires who meet all goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
