Mercy Cedar Rapids
Location
Plaza, North Dakota
This role involves coordinating and delivering health risk appraisals, conducting one-on-one wellness coaching consultations, and creating and leading health education programs for patients and clients. The coach will also collaborate with other health experts and manage incentive programs for employer groups.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion or an Allied Health Field with specific coursework in health promotion and population management. Required skills include working knowledge of adult education and health education principles, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to teach groups and drive a car.
Work Shift Day Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by improving self-management abilities which enhance the overall health and well-being of the patient/clients we serve.
Job Duties Coordinate and deliver health risk appraisals Analyze data from health risk appraisals and biometric testing Conduct one on one consultations (wellness coaching) for health improvement Create, organize and conduct health education programs Collaborate with other health experts and employer groups Ability to utilize behavioral interviewing tactics Execute incentive program management for companies Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries. Evaluate program metrics specific to employer groups Use of Microsoft office programs
Ability to communicate well orally and in writing; via phone, email and face to face; establish rapport with clients/patients. Self starter; able to initiate and direct own activities in an organized manner, and make decisions within the framework of the responsibility and authority of the job. Ability to teach group classes or conduct individual consultations. Ability to drive a car. Professional Experience Working knowledge of principles in adult education, health education and wellness concepts required. Education Bachelor's degree in health Promotion or an Allied Health Field, with course work specific to health promotion and population management required. Licensure, Certification, Registration Must currently be credentialed in one of the below or obtain within 18 months of hire: 1) Current Coach certificate through WellCoaches or equivalent organization 2) Completion of the ICC (Iowa Chronic Care Consortium) Clinical Health Coach Training Program/Performance Evaluation Also, must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within the first 30 days of employment. Pay Rate Type Hourly Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years. Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Talent Tuesdays An open-house hiring event, every Tuesday. Learn More Join Our Talent Community Be the first to know of new opportunities at Mercy Cedar Rapids. Learn More Useful Links Benefits About Us Life at Mercy Life in Cedar Rapids
Market context
Part-time wellness coach roles in North Dakota often appeal to employers focused on preventive care, employee wellness, or community health support. This role is competitive because it asks for a health-related bachelor’s degree, coursework in health promotion and population management, and strong adult education and communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then tailor your application to show experience teaching health concepts and working with diverse adult populations.
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