Physical Health & Wellness Coach

Wounded Warrior Project

. Identify, screen, and recruit warriors for quarterly virtual and in-person Physical Health & Wellness events and coaching programs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,812 - $86,016 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fitness coaching, nutrition education, and event planning, with a strong focus on developing individualized programs and facilitating virtual and in-person wellness events. Proven ability to manage participant engagement and utilize motivational interviewing techniques to support behavior change and achieve health goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fitness CoachingEvent PlanningMotivational InterviewingPublic SpeakingSalesforce Management

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Hard Skills

Longitudinal Plan DesignNutrition EducationHealth ManagementStrength and ConditioningPersonal TrainingWellness CoachingProgram DevelopmentData ManagementBudget ManagementCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceLearning Management SystemsTeamsFacebook LiveEvent Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR-First Aid CertificationASIST CertificationPersonal Training CertificationStrength and Conditioning CertificationWellness Coaching Certification

Industry Keywords

Fitness IndustryHealth ManagementWellness CoachingExercise ScienceKinesiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, screen, and recruit warriors for quarterly virtual and in-person Physical Health & Wellness events and coaching programs
Plan agendas and execute multiday coaching program kickoff events
Provide fitness, nutrition, mobility, sleep, and health-focused education
Create individualized coaching programs
Manage warrior participation throughout the 90-day coaching program through regular telephone or Teams coaching sessions
Use motivational interviewing to encourage behavior change and support SMART goals
Develop and execute in-person events, virtual education, competitions, and wellness challenges for warriors and families
Develop and facilitate virtual programming through Teams, Facebook Live, and other technology platforms
Collaborate with physical health and wellness teammates, WWP departments, and stakeholders
Identify and recommend new programming opportunities
Implement event and follow-up modalities, including learning management systems
Establish and maintain community relationships
Conduct public speaking activities to raise awareness of programming and healthy lifestyles
Maintain budgets for programming within an assigned region
Manage information in systems such as Salesforce while maintaining data integrity and security
Use validated metrics to meet strategic outcomes and key performance indicators
Participate in workgroups and special projects
Assist with onboarding and training new teammates
Attend required training and meetings
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four years of experience working in the fitness industry, allied health profession, health management, wellness coaching, strength and conditioning, or personal/athletic training
Two years of experience with longitudinal plan design, teaching, guiding, and coaching in fitness, nutrition, wellness, and/or athletics
Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field
Valid state-issued driver’s license
CPR-First Aid Certification
Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire
Ability and willingness to travel in support of WWP programs, services, and outreach activities
Up to 50% travel
Ability to participate in highly physically demanding activities and events under varying conditions
May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Commitment to high standards of personal and business ethics and conduct
Preferences: Two years of experience supporting wounded service members dealing with health issues and invisible injuries
Preferences: One year of event planning experience
Preferences: One year of experience with customer relationship management and event management systems, e.g., Salesforce, Blackthorn
Preferences: Personal Training Certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA), Strength and Conditioning Certification (CSCS), or other related fitness certification
Preferences: Wellness Coaching Certification
Preferences: ASIST Certification
Preferences: Master’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, human performance, or a related health science field

Benefits

Comp & perks

A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
Competitive pay and performance incentives
A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment
Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program
401(k)-retirement plan
Competitive PTO package
Sick Leave
Family Care Leave
Paid Holidays
Birthday Holiday
Education Assistance
Teammate Wellness Program
Bereavement Leave
Annual performance incentive eligibility