Wellness Specialist

NYU Langone Health•Johnson City, NY

1d•$23 - $34

About The Position

The Wellness Specialist will assume duties related to community and employee health and wellness. This includes, but is not limited to, developing SMART goals with patients, coordinating and directing individuals to wellness resources, and serving as a primary point of contact for individuals enrolled in UHS Wellness programming. The Wellness Specialist will meet with both UHS employees and UHS patients to review health and wellness screenings and create a basic wellness plan based on UHS System Wellness programming available at that time in conjunction with established best practices. The Wellness Specialist will help to leverage organizational incentives, tools, and events to get the maximum benefit from this program. This position will provide assistance and support to the Medical Command Center on an as needed basis. Occasional evening and/or weekend work hours may be required based on program events.

Requirements

Associates Degree in health, wellness, or related field
At least 2 years of experience in health promotion, wellness, or a related field.
Certification in CPR and First Aid within 3 months of hire
Health Coach Certification within 6 months of hire
Personal Training Certification within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in health, wellness, or related field
Three to five (3-5) years of experience in health promotion, wellness, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Developing SMART goals with patients
Coordinating and directing individuals to wellness resources
Serving as a primary point of contact for individuals enrolled in UHS Wellness programming
Meeting with both UHS employees and UHS patients to review health and wellness screenings
Creating a basic wellness plan based on UHS System Wellness programming available at that time in conjunction with established best practices
Leveraging organizational incentives, tools, and events to get the maximum benefit from this program
Providing assistance and support to the Medical Command Center on an as needed basis

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week.
Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge.
We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads.
We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

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