Wellness Program Manager designs and implements wellness and work-life programs and policies to build a positive and appealing company culture that will enhance employee engagement, facilitate recruiting, and support productivity improvements. Partners with insurers, healthcare providers, and vendors to introduce wellbeing awareness with on-site health events, classes, assessments/screenings, and information resources. Being a Wellness Program Manager develops and implements work-life programs to provide employees with flexible work arrangements, financial planning, family/child care resources, transportation, memberships, discounts, and educational opportunities. Collects and analyzes information about employment trends and employee workplace needs by conducting surveys or feedback sessions. Additionally, Wellness Program Manager may manage on-site fitness facilities. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Wellness Program Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Wellness Program Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Requisition ID: req41312
Job Title: New Roots Program Assistant- Senior Wellness Program
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Fixed Term
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: USD 23.00 - 26.00 Hourly
Location: Seattle, WA USA IRC
Background: The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is
to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and
disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in
1933, the IRC has a presence in over 40 countries and 27 offices in the United
States; the IRC leads the way from harm to home. IRC opened an office in
Seattle in 1976 and provides a continuum of services including intensive case
management, employment and economic empowerment services, immigration
assistance, health and wellness programming, and education support to refugee
and immigrant families in Washington State. IRC Seattle is committed to
providing trauma-informed, equitable, and accessible services and maintaining
and evolving a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Job
Overview: IRC Seattle’s New
Roots program’s purpose is to create nourishing spaces for refugee, immigrant,
and BIPOC communities living in Coast Salish lands to rebuild roots and
community through land and cultural food access. The Senior Wellness Specialist
plays an integral part to the New Roots team by providing intensive support to
and engaging with participants in the Refugee Senior program through various monthly
activities and modes of contact, such as virtual workshops and in-person field
trips. In addition, the Specialist will conduct community outreach to help
build out a culturally and age-appropriate referral network for program
participants to further reduce feelings of isolation and increase social
support. The Senior Wellness Specialist works closely with other New Roots projects
and may also provide general support in adjacent areas including but not
limited to food security screening calls and food access projects. This is an
excellent position for someone who believes in participant-informed
programming, and is creative, caring, collaborative and passionate about
community building, food justice, and the importance of food and culture. Other
Program Support Support other food access projects for IRC clients and community members as they arise. Job Requirements: Working
Environment:
Job Description
Major
Responsibilities:
Community
Outreach and Network Development
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: New
Roots Program Manager
Indirect Reporting: Health and Wellness Program Manager
Position
directly supervises: New Roots volunteers as needed
Other
Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal: New Roots Team, other IRC Seattle program
teams, IRC Seattle Finance and Operations teams, IRC Seattle Development,
External Communications, and Volunteer support teams
External: Interpreters,
community partners
Qualifications
Other Desired Qualifications:
Flexible
remote/in-office work options
In-person
outings one day per month; may require weekend and/or evening work
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In
accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of
known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees,
clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for
interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be
considered for this position.
Commitment
to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC
is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of
inclusivity. We strongly encourage
applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to
this goal.
Equal
Opportunity Employer: IRC is an equal opportunity employer and we value
diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will
ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation
to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform
essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
IRC-
leading the way from harm to home
IRC is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of
merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law
Please
Apply at http://www.rescue.org/careers