Corporate Wellness Coordinators

Corporate Wellness Coordinators

Wellness coordinators support organizations’ wellness objectives by managing and coordinating workplace wellness programs and initiatives. Their knowledge about industry best practices and passion for wellness makes them a valuable resource for developing and implemeting a company’s well-being strategy.

Wellness coordinators dedicate time to ensure organizations’ programs and initiatives are evidence-based and effective. They also promote a culture of health within the company, evolving the program and well-being strategy in accordance with engagement data and employee feedback.

Strive Corporate Wellness Coordinators

Strive wellness coordinators support corporate wellness initiatives by managing and coordinating workplace wellness programs, promoting healthy lifestyles among employees, and collaborating with the internal wellness team and HR to enhance employee well-being. Organizations hire wellness coordinators either onsite or remotely and on a part-time or full-time basis to supplement or implement their employee well-being strategy.

Health and wellness coordinator roles vary, but generally they integrate wellness into company culture by:

Collaborating to drive engagement in healthy activities
Implementing onsite health promotion programs such as health screenings
Managing vendor/instructor resources to meet program objectives
Collecting/analyzing engagement data and making programmatic recommendations
Contributing to company meetings and discussions
Providing leadership, expertise, and resources

Strive has a nationwide network of wellness specialists and can help organizations of all sizes find and place remote and onsite wellness coordinators.

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Wellness Coordinators

Assessing internal resources is key in determining whether to hire a part-time or full-time wellness coordinator. For organizations with dedicated wellness staff, 10-20 hours per week may suffice, and the work can often be done remotely. On the other hand, small to mid-sized companies that are adding wellness programs to HR-related duties may choose to employ a full-time, onsite wellness coordinator to manage the administrative workload.

Strive Wellness Coordinator Requirements & Qualifications

Strive’s wellness specialists have the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Public Health, or related field
Experience with planning, implementing, and measuring programs based around ROI
Certification from a nationally recognized organization, or 2+ years experience coordinating wellness programs

FAQs

What education do fitness and wellness coordinators have?

All wellness coordinators hold a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. Some may also have a master’s degree, though it is not required for the role. Additional education in nutrition, mental health, or kinesiology can further enhance a coordinator’s expertise.

What liability assurances does Strive offer?

All wellness coordinators undergo rigorous vetting before working with clients. Coordinators are Strive employees and covered under comprehensive liability insurance, fully protecting your organization.