Physical Health & Wellness Coach

Wounded Warrior Project • Tampa, FL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Physical Health & Wellness 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. The role involves designing individualized coaching plans, supporting warriors through a 90-day coaching program, delivering in-person and virtual programming, and building community and organizational partnerships to support participants and their families.

The Coach provides education and coaching on fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and other health-focused topics. This includes leading program kickoff events, conducting regular coaching sessions by telephone or Teams, applying motivational interviewing techniques, and facilitating content through Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology-based platforms. The Coach also supports program operations, budgets, data systems, strategic outcomes, and team initiatives.

The position requires travel of up to 50%, participation in physically demanding activities and events, and work in varied environments. WWP offers a flexible hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.

Requirements

• Four years of experience in the fitness industry, an allied health profession, health management, wellness coaching, strength and conditioning, or personal or athletic training.
• Two years of experience designing longitudinal plans and teaching, guiding, and coaching in fitness, nutrition, wellness, and/or athletics.
• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• CPR-First Aid Certification.
• Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within one year of hire.
• Ability and willingness to travel in support of programs, services, and outreach activities.
• Ability to participate in highly physically demanding activities and events under varying conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to engage program participants, deliver program content, and create individualized coaching plans that support long-term healthy behavior change.
• Skill in inclusive and holistic programming related to nutrition, mobility, sleep, wellness, fitness, and other health-focused topics.
• Ability to provide high-level service to warriors and family members.
• Ability to develop professional relationships and collaborate with teammates and stakeholders in person and remotely.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills for large audiences, small groups, and individuals.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse individuals.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence and ability to respond to sensitive matters with diplomacy and empathy.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to high standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience working with and supporting 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, such as Salesforce or Blackthorn.
• Master’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field.
• Personal Training Certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA), Strength and Conditioning Certification (CSCS), or another related fitness certification.
• Wellness Coaching Certification.
• ASIST Certification.

Responsibilities

• Identify, screen, and recruit warriors for quarterly virtual and in-person Physical Health & Wellness events and coaching programs.
• Plan agendas and lead multiday program kickoff events, providing education on fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and health topics.
• Create individualized coaching programs to help warriors achieve their physical health and wellness goals.
• Manage warrior participation in the 90-day coaching program, offering encouragement, support, and connections to resources through regular telephone or Teams sessions.
• Use motivational interviewing to encourage behavior change and support 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 through Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology-based platforms.
• Collaborate with physical health and wellness teammates to improve coaching program operations and delivery.
• Identify and recommend new programming opportunities to increase overall impact.
• Learn and implement program delivery modalities, including learning management systems.
• Establish and maintain community relationships that build an ecosystem of physical health and wellness support for warriors.
• Collaborate with WWP departments and other stakeholders to deliver programming and services to warriors and their families.
• Conduct public speaking to raise awareness of programming and discuss healthy lifestyles.
• Maintain budgets for programming within an assigned region in support of leadership.
• Maintain accurate, secure, and reliable information in systems such as Salesforce.
• Use validated metrics to meet strategic outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Manage multiple tasks, assignments, and functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in assigned workgroups, special projects, and programming initiatives.
• Assist with onboarding and training new teammates as needed.
• Attend and participate in required training and meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule: three days in the office and two days working from home.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for teammates and family members.
• Competitive pay and performance incentives.
• Collaborative, mission-focused team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time