Wellness Program Assistant

FOND DU LAC COUNTY

invites applications for the position of:

Wellness Program Assistant

SALARY: $15.13 - $18.09 Hourly

OPENING DATE: 08/01/16

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

DESCRIPTION:

**Accepting applications until position is filled.**

This is a Part Time position (19 hours/week)

Under the direction of the Director of Administration, creates, implements, and evaluates the wellness program for the purpose of educating and engaging employees in healthy lifestyle choices. Performs other related functions as necessary or as may be requested.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Schedule, attend, and co-lead meetings; follow up on action items identified in meetings including, but not limited to, taking meeting minutes and writing agendas
Plan and implement health promotion programs according to Wellness operating plan
Develop a new operating plan annually with assistance from the executive wellness team
Coordinate onsite health screenings/health risk assessments
Development and/or distribution of promotional materials, such as monthly newsletter, handouts, payroll stuffers, letters, flyers, john journals etc
Manage Wellness finances, including deposits, purchase recs, invoices
Write letters to request grant money
Market, coordinate, and run the annual health fair with assistance from the health fair subcommittee
Responsible for general office duties and provides immediate support to the Director of Administration/Wellness chairperson and committee
Facilitate all duties needed to pursue achievement of a Well Workplace Award or other designations
Serve as the organization's wellness champion during participation in the Well City Fond du Lac Initiative.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Desirable Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively and positively with employees at all levels
Proficiency with MS Office applications: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Publisher
High degree of self-initiation, organizational skills and problem solving
Public speaking and presentation skills required
Training and Experience:
Desired combination of background and knowledge in any or all of the areas of wellness theories, principles and practices, health, exercise science and nutrition
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Work Direction Received:

Performs assigned duties independently. Direction is provided by the Director of Administration.

Supervision Exercised:

There is no supervisory responsibility.

Decision Making:

Daily work is performed independently. Supervisory assistance is available for guidance on unique or unusual problems or situations.

Interaction:

There is significant contact (telephone, email, face-to-face) with employees, vendors, department heads, and the general public, etc.

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