Lifestyle Coach, Diabetes Prevention Program

Trinity Health•Athens, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifestyle Coach, Diabetes Prevention Program is a key member of the Community Health and Well-Being Department at St. Mary’s Health Care System. This role leads participants across our three hospital systems through a year-long lifestyle change program designed to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle Coaches empower participants to make sustainable behavior changes by providing education, guidance, and support in developing healthy eating habits, increasing physical activity, and maintaining long-term wellness goals. Fulltime position- various hours (Days, evenings and weekends- based on the various class schedules)

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Must have at least 1-year prior clinical experience in a Hospital or Doctors office setting to be considered for this position.
Must be able to work across all three hospital systems and facilitate classes at multiple locations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in public health/ health Promotion is preferred.
Medical Assistant Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate sessions over the course of the 1-year program (weekly sessions for 16-26 weeks followed by monthly sessions for the remainder of the year)
Continually reinforce and integrate session material, build on concepts by referring back to previous sessions and discussions
Support participants by providing information, encouraging progress, and working with the group to address challenges or barriers that arise