Physical Health & Wellness Screening Specialist

Wounded Warrior Project • San Diego, CA

5d • $52,684 - $72,128 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Physical Health & Wellness (PH&W) Screening Specialist recruits and screens warriors for multi-week programs and events that educate, coach, and empower wounded service members in pursuit of achievement of their physical health and wellness and/or adaptive sports goals. The PH&W Screening Specialist provides warriors with comprehensive screening, needs assessment, and coordination of internal and external resources to support warriors and enhance their well-being.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working in the fitness industry, allied health professions, health management, wellness coaching, strength and conditioning, or personal/athletic training.
• One year of experience with longitudinal plan design, recruiting participants, and developing program content in the categories of fitness, nutrition, wellness, and/or athletics.
• One year of experience with customer relationship management and event management systems, (e.g., Salesforce, Blackthorn).
• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field.
• CPR-First Aid Certification.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with and providing support to wounded service members dealing with health issues and invisible injuries.
• One year of event planning experience.
• 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 the virtual and in-person PH&W Coaching Program, Soldier Ride, and Adaptive Sports Program.
• Serve as the primary recruiter for internal PH&W, Adaptive Sports, and Soldier Ride programs, offering WWP programs and resources and coordinating handoffs to external resources through recruiting calls by telephone, Teams, or other technology-based platforms.
• Develop and execute pre-program content to assess warriors’ state of readiness and direct them to appropriate PH&W, Soldier Ride, or Adaptive Sports programming to match their goals.
• Plan and execute recruiting events and welcome calls with limited to no supervision from manager.
• Oversee the interest questionnaire for the PH&W Coaching Program, Soldier Ride, and the Adaptive Sports Program.
• Lead recruiting efforts through internal processes and organizational weekly emails to warriors and family members.
• Lead program marketing initiatives in the creation of materials for program awareness.
• Maintain and ensure efficacy of Physical Health and Wellness Coaching Program, Soldier Ride, and Adaptive Sports recruiting model, including identifying trends to assist in recruiting initiatives.
• Identify and recommend new recruiting and programming opportunities aimed at increasing overall impact and driving warrior interest in PH&W, Soldier Ride, and Adaptive Sports.
• Develop and execute in-person and virtual educational events for warriors and their families with limited to no supervision from manager.
• Develop and facilitate virtual programming content via Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology-based platforms.
• Collaborate with PH&W, Soldier Ride, and Adaptive Sports teammates to develop new, innovative content and curricula.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and health-focused resources and program opportunities.
• 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, Soldier Ride, and Adaptive Sports programming, recruit participants, and discuss the importance of starting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Maintain the budget for PH&W programming within assigned region in support of leadership.
• Manage information within various systems, ensuring accuracy and data integrity/security (e.g., Blackthorn, Salesforce).
• Utilize validated metrics to meet strategic outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Manage multiple tasks, assignments, and functions; comfortable in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Participate in workgroups for special projects and programming initiatives as assigned.
• Assist with onboarding and training 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
• Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Competitive PTO package
• Sick Leave
• Family Care Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Birthday Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Teammate Wellness Program
• Bereavement Leave

What This Job Offers

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