Health Coach

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

Your Role on the Team

The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) is a part of UCI Health and the Susan & Henry College of Health Sciences. The Samueli Institute is working to transform healthcare through the practice of integrative health by conducting rigorous research, promoting evidence-informed treatment modalities, educating the public, providing individualized, patient-centered clinical care, and providing services to the community that focus on obtaining optimal health.

We are looking for a motivated Health Coach to join the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. The Health Coach will conduct one-on-one health coaching sessions as well as group medical visits, developing personalized health plans, and providing education on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other integrative health topics.

The Health Coach will support clients in behavior change strategies, monitor their progress, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. Using skills as a seasoned, experienced health education professional, with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results for patient care and health management.

Must have certification in health and wellness coaching from the National Board Certification in Health and Wellness Coaching.

What It Takes To Be Successful

• Thorough knowledge of the design and delivery of related programs. Required
• Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field. Required
• Skills associated with both the development and delivery of health education programs and services. Required
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups. Required
• Effective organizational skills. Required
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs. Required
• Strong writing and communication skills required. Required
• Knowledge of integrative health treatment modalities Required
  
  

Required

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• National Board Certification in Health and Wellness Coaching.
• Minimum two years of experience as a board-certified health and wellness coach
  
  

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in related area
• Experience with facilitating discussions in group medical visits as well as providing support to clinicians in a group visit setting.
  
  

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions Of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
  
  

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
  
  

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization