Description

WebMD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical condition, disability, veterans status, or any other basis protected by law.

Position Description

• Provide telephonic health coaching based on participants' completed health risk appraisal and stage of change.
• Utilize participant – centered coaching methodologies and/or theories to improve healthy lifestyle behaviors, long term health outcomes and quality of life
• Give assessment of low, medium and high modifiable risk areas
• Assist participants' progress through long and short term goal setting, using a myriad of health suggestions and resources
• Participate in collective record keeping which allows for continuity to exist between multiple health coaching sessions
• Maintain specified health credentialing, including certification and ongoing continuing education
• Perform other, varied job-related duties as assigned.

qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree or 5 years health and wellness experience is required
• If not already certified, the Lifestyle Health Coach must achieve (and maintain) a nationally recognized certification within 12 months of employment; i.e.:  CHES, ACSM, NBHWC or equivalent, and/or maintain licensure held, such as RD, RN, LPN, LMHC, LCSW or NCC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as and strong telephonic relationship building skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment  combined with excellent time management skills
• Strong technology skills and the ability to navigate multiple screens at once is required.

preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline  
• 1-5 years of health and wellness experience   
• Candidates fluent in Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $41,600

Benefits: Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the company sponsored benefit programs, including the following within the first 12 months of employment:

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)
• Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable)

Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on job classification, schedule (e.g., full-time vs. part-time), work location and length of employment.