**This position is reports to the office in Flowood, Mississippi. This is not a remote opportunity.**
The Blue Wellness Coach is responsible for supporting health and wellness initiatives through health education and training for employees, groups, providers and community business partners in their region(s). The incumbent also provides education and coaching regarding healthy lifestyle practices and chronic health conditions in support of Corporate Health and Wellness initiatives. The incumbent works with individuals in various environments to assist in the identification and enhancement of behavior changes conducive to achieving and sustaining improved lifestyle and overall health.
In the preventative realm, the Blue Wellness Coach focuses on establishing preventative health behaviors to help individuals reach sustainable and lasting changes. In the chronic realm, the Blue Wellness Coach focuses on establishing behaviors to slow down progression of chronic disease and improve overall health of individuals. The Blue Wellness Coach provides best practice coaching based on the targeted population and is able to evaluate data and outcomes to provide recommendations to further enhance programs.
Job-Specific Requirements:
- Must have a Bachelor's degree.
- Must be a Registered Dietitian or have a Master's Degree in health related field. A licensed dietitian preferred.
- Experience providing health-related counseling to clients, understanding the importance of cultural competencies in addressing targeted populations required.
- Strong communication and analytical skills to interpret and assess individuals and provide responses in a tactful, motivational manner are required.
- Ability to document and organize work product to demonstrate conformance with corporate or regulatory requirements.
- Excellent planning, problem solving, and analytical required.
- Willingness to travel within the state of Mississippi.
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.