Health Engagement Coach - San Antonio TX

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San Antonio, TX, USA
In-Office
73K-130K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Analytics
The Role
Plans and coordinates employee wellness programs, including health assessments, biometric screenings, health fairs, disease management, and education. Provides one-on-one coaching on nutrition, physical activity, weight management, and chronic disease prevention. Assesses wellness needs, develops communications, coordinates vendors, presents health materials, tracks participation and outcomes, and supports continuous improvement across multiple sites.
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Requisition Number: 2383486
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together
This Senior Health Engagement Coordinator/Coach will plan, implement, coordinate and monitor the worksite wellness programs for the employees of Northside Independent School District. The Senior Health Engagement Coordinator/Coach will be responsible for conducting employee surveys to identify health needs, designing customized programs to address employee needs and creating communication materials to promote health education programs and activities, and will measure program outcomes.
The Senior Health Engagement Coordinator/Coach is also responsible for delivering prevention and lifestyle intervention services focusing on nutrition, physical activity, weight management and reduction of risk for chronic disease. They will also use behavior modification and coaching techniques via one-on-one sessions to high and moderate risk clientele who are NISD employees.
The Senior Health Engagement Coordinator/Coach and Health Engagement Consultant work in tandem to deliver high impact results that incorporates a solutions-oriented engagement process. This position focuses on engagement and consumerism, in conjunction with UHC products, as well as external vendors.
Travel
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to support wellness programming across multiple sites/locations within San Antonio, TX. Occasional Saturday and/or evening weekday hours may be required for wellness events.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assess employee wellness needs and use health data, screenings, and employee feedback to develop and support targeted health promotion initiatives
  • Deliver and coordinate wellness programs, including health assessments, biometric screenings, disease management services, health fairs, and educational activities
  • Provide one-on-one health coaching to help employees set goals, build healthy habits, track progress, and connect with appropriate resources
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for wellness program participants, ensuring an engaging, supportive, and customer-focused experience
  • Coordinate wellness vendors, partners, and internal committees to support successful program delivery and employee engagement
  • Develop and present health education materials, wellness communications, and group presentations to promote a culture of health
  • Monitor program participation, maintain accurate records and outcomes data, and support reporting and continuous improvement efforts

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in worksite wellness and directly related, health promotion, health event coordination, or related functions
  • 2+ years of experience required in direct education and/or coaching with individuals for disease prevention, health education, or behavior change
  • Experience with program evaluation, both process and outcomes data
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of current health promotion/health behavior theories, practices, health risk and cost relationships, evaluation methods, policies and trends
  • Beginner or Intermediate skills within Office 365 applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Demonstrate insight into human behavior and can communicate and interact with individuals at varying education levels
  • Demonstrated skill in planning, implementing and coordinating health promotion strategies
  • Demonstrated solid relationship management and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and sound decision-making skills
  • Demonstrated solid organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Flexible, open to new ideas, and willing to take on new responsibilities
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time within assigned territory and Occasional Saturday and/or evening weekday hours for wellness events
  • Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified Health Education Specialist or other health licensure (CHES, RD, etc.)
  • Knowledge of health care data
  • Demonstrated clear and concise written & verbal communication skills; successful virtual presentation experience

Other Conditions
  • Must be able to work unsupervised
  • Position may require some evening and/or weekend hours. This is typically a Monday - Friday work schedule, with flexibility to accommodate a variety of employee schedules

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Skills Required

  • 5+ years of experience in worksite wellness, health promotion, health event coordination, or related functions
  • 2+ years of direct education or coaching experience involving disease prevention, health education, or behavior change
  • Experience with process and outcomes program evaluation
  • Knowledge of health promotion and health behavior theories, practices, health risks, costs, evaluation methods, policies, and trends
  • Beginner or intermediate proficiency with Office 365, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate with individuals at varying education levels
  • Experience planning, implementing, and coordinating health promotion strategies
  • Relationship management and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Organizational skills and ability to multitask
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory and work occasional Saturday or evening wellness events
  • Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
  • Certified Health Education Specialist or other health licensure, such as CHES or RD
  • Knowledge of health care data
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills and virtual presentation experience
  • Ability to work unsupervised

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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