Physical Health & Wellness Coach

Wounded Warrior Project • Jacksonville, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Physical Health & Wellness (PH&W) Coach develops and executes multiweek programs and events to educate, coach, and empower wounded service members in pursuit of achievement of their physical health and wellness goals. WWP is a veterans service organization that is transforming the way America’s wounded veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in their communities. WWP™ works with warriors and their families to create paths toward success as they transition back into civilian life. Through direct programs and services, WWP connects warriors to a network of support and resources to address their evolving needs. The WWP team is passionate about creating impact—and since 2003, has improved the lives of over half a million warriors and their families. In fact, many WWP employees are veterans themselves and have experienced firsthand the benefits of its programs and services.

Requirements

• Four years of experience working in the fitness industry, allied health profession, health management, wellness coaching, strength and conditioning, or personal/athletic training.
• Two years of experience with longitudinal plan design, teaching, guiding, and coaching in the categories of fitness, nutrition, wellness, and/or athletics.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• CPR-First Aid certification.
• Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience working with and providing support to 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, e.g., Salesforce, CVENT.
• 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 other related fitness certification.
• Wellness coaching certification.
• ASIST Certification.

Responsibilities

• Identify, screen, and recruit warriors for participation in quarterly virtual and in person Physical Health & Wellness events and coaching programs.
• Plan agenda and execute multiday PH&W coaching program kick off events, providing fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and health-focused education to warriors with limited to no supervision from manager.
• Create individualized coaching programs to help warriors achieve their physical health and wellness goals.
• Manage warrior participation throughout 90-day coaching program, providing encouragement, support, and connection to resources through regular coaching sessions delivered by telephone or Teams.
• Provide instruction, guidance, and coaching using motivational interviewing skills to encourage behavior change and support the progress of warrior’s 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 content via Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology-based platforms.
• Collaborate with physical health and wellness teammates to develop new, innovative content and curriculum.
• Identify and recommend new programming opportunities aimed at increasing overall impact.
• Learn and implement various modalities to execute during events and follow up, including Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Establish and maintain community relationships to build an ecosystem of PH&W support for warriors.
• Collaborate with multiple WWP departments and other key stakeholders to deliver programming and services to warriors and their families.
• Conduct public speaking activities to raise awareness of PH&W programming and discuss the importance of starting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Maintain budgets for PH&W programming within assigned region in support of leadership.
• Manage information within various systems, ensuring accuracy while maintaining data integrity/security, e.g. Salesforce.
• Utilize validated metrics to meet strategic outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Manage multiple tasks, assignments, and functions, being comfortable in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Participate in workgroups for special projects and programming initiatives as assigned.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new teammates as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team based training, or departmental huddles.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level