University of Utah
Full job description
The Osher Center for Integrative Health seeks a Health Coach to assist in the implementation, and evaluation of individual wellness and health promotion programs. This Health Coach will provide health coaching for the U of U employee population.
Hybrid and fully remote candidates considers.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Delivers wellness services including health coaching, wellness presentations and programming direct to clients and patients.
Demonstrates technological savvy with respect to online tracking, data collection, reporting and presentations.
Serves as professional representative of OCIH to both internal and external clients and patients.
Provide health coaching and behavior change consultation to clients and patients in the clinical setting working with a clinical team for improved patient care.
Develops and helps the patient implement an individualized plan for health behavior, including nutrition, physical activity and sleep interventions.
Participates in departmental staff meetings and communicates patient care and other issues to management.
PROBLEM SOLVING:
Use logic to identify appropriate theories to underpin program development
Think critically to analyze issues and identify alternate courses of action
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
There are two levels in the Health Educator position.
Health Educator I: Candidate must have a BS in health promotion or related field or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education). Ability to demonstrate entry level competence in the 7 Areas of Responsibilities for Health Education or 10 Essential Functions of Public Health.
Health Educator II: Candidate must have a BS in health promotion or related field, and four or more years of health education experience or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education). Must also possess and maintain certification as a CHES, MCHES, or CPH. Ability to demonstrate working-level professional knowledge in the 7 Areas of Responsibilities for Health Education or 10 Essential Functions of Public Health.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills required.
Training in a specific health area may be preferred.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Preferences:
Master’s degree in a health related field or equivalency.
One to three years of experience in health education or related area.
Comfortable with integrative health coaching to support patients in making behavior change
Preferred Qualifications:
Possess and maintain certification as CHES, MCHES, or NBHWC
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a related Bachelor’s degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)Yes
No
* Please indicate the number of years of experience in health education that you have:No experience
Less than 1 year
1 year or more, but less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more
* Do you currently hold and maintain certification as a CHES, MCHES, or CPH?Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsResume
Optional DocumentsCover Letter
Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169 after submission
Open Date
08/09/2024
Requisition Number
PRN15112N
Job Title
PS Health Educator
Working Title
Health Coach
Job Grade
E
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
U of U Health – Academics
Department
01620 – Chief Wellness Office
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$20.00 – $32.85
Close Date
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