{"id":3977,"date":"2020-01-02T15:08:10","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T22:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/?p=3977"},"modified":"2026-03-10T02:39:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T08:39:53","slug":"wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips to Help You Get the Best Wellness Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Do_you_want_a_wellness_job_as_a_corporate_wellness_coordinator\" >Do you want a wellness job as a corporate wellness coordinator?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#How_can_you_prepare_for_a_corporate_wellness_career_before_graduation\" >How can you prepare for a corporate wellness career before graduation?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#If_youre_a_student_or_new_graduate_looking_for_your_first_wellness_job_here_are_some_things_you_can_do_to_set_yourself_apart\" >If you\u2019re a student or new graduate looking for your first wellness job, here are some things you can do to set yourself apart.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Take_a_tour\" >Take a tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Attend_any_wellness_professional_event_or_conference_you_can\" >Attend any wellness professional event or conference you can.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Subscribe_to_useful_groups_on_LinkedIn\" >Subscribe to useful groups on LinkedIn.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#How_should_you_search_for_the_right_wellness_job_after_graduation\" >How should you search for the right wellness job after graduation?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Here_are_a_few_other_strategies_that_might_help_you_stand_out_as_you_search_for_a_wellness_job\" >Here are a few other strategies that might help you stand out as you search for a wellness job.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Use_word_of_mouth\" >Use word of mouth.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#People_never_call%E2%80%A6_so_call\" >People never call\u2026 so call!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Be_able_to_explain_why_you_chose_wellness_as_a_career_option\" >Be able to explain why you chose wellness as a career option.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Do_wellness_certifications_improve_your_chances_of_getting_hired\" >Do wellness certifications improve your chances of getting hired?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-jobs-wellness-coordinator\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote executive-summary is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-size:17px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Executive Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group executive-summary\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>What does a wellness coordinator do in a workplace wellness program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"executive-summary\" style=\"font-size:16px\">A wellness coordinator plans, manages, and supports workplace wellness programs to improve employee health and engagement. This role organizes activities, tracks participation and outcomes, communicates with employees, and works with leadership to align wellness goals with business priorities. Wellness coordinators help ensure programs stay consistent, inclusive, and effective over time. Their involvement is key to turning wellness ideas into programs employees actually use and trust.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-you-want-a-wellness-job-as-a-corporate-wellness-coordinator-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_want_a_wellness_job_as_a_corporate_wellness_coordinator\"><\/span>Do you want a wellness job as a corporate wellness coordinator?&nbsp; <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you find such a wellness job? Wouldn\u2019t it be great if somebody would just publish directions to make it easier for you to get a corporate wellness job?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is exactly why we wrote this blog. Unique qualifications come from someone who has interviewed for several health and wellness jobs, who has helped numerous college students launch their own health and wellness careers, and who now creates employee wellness jobs and conducts interviews. Buckle your seat-belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just the same, about a dozen people were interviewed to make sure you got the most up-to-date, accurate content possible. <em>If<\/em> you apply these 3 strategies, you <em>will<\/em> have a competitive advantage in finding a wellness job including becoming a wellness coordinator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you carefully read each section and maybe even write down a few action items, you will dramatically increase your chances of landing any health and wellness job.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-interview-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"employee wellness career, corporate wellness jobs, health promotion jobs, health and wellness jobs, health and wellness careers, employee wellness jobs, corporate wellness careers health wellness jobs, corporate wellness coordinator, health and wellness coordinator wellness career, wellness coordinator, wellness jobs, wellness job openings, worksite wellness specialist, wellness companies\" class=\"wp-image-3987\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-interview-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-interview-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-interview-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-interview.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-you-prepare-for-a-corporate-wellness-career-before-graduation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_prepare_for_a_corporate_wellness_career_before_graduation\"><\/span><strong>How can you prepare for a corporate wellness career before graduation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you attend your first training, before you discuss your starting salary, and even before you interview; there is something you should know. Preparation for your first wellness or health promotion job should start <em>before<\/em> graduation. &nbsp;If you\u2019re a student, you especially have time to apply this strategy. But if you\u2019re a recent graduate, don\u2019t worry, there is still time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing what you currently know \u2013 who would you rather hire \u2013 someone who graduated in 4 years with no work experience or who graduated in 5 years <em>with<\/em> work experience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you chose the person <em>with<\/em> experience, you\u2019re not alone. Nearly <em>all<\/em> the people making hiring decisions base them on how well you sell your previous work experiences <em>not<\/em> on how well you performed academically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is true that grades <em>can<\/em> prevent you from getting an interview but they don\u2019t necessarily help you get one. Nobody wants to work with a rookie know-it-all. But they <em>do<\/em> want to work with someone who is a workforce veteran. And it doesn\u2019t matter what kind of workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re currently a college student, slow down and get a job or internship. This experience will be the most important thing on your resume.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>So what kind of job should you get? Any job can be good. But, if you\u2019re lucky enough to attend one of the many Universities and Colleges that have wellness programs for their employees or even students, get a job in that program if you can <em>or<\/em> simply volunteer. This can even be a good internship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/intern.jpg\" alt=\"employee wellness career, corporate wellness jobs, health promotion jobs, health and wellness jobs, health and wellness careers, employee wellness jobs, corporate wellness careers, health wellness jobs, corporate wellness coordinator, health and wellness coordinator wellness career, wellness coordinator, wellness jobs, wellness job openings, worksite wellness specialist, wellness companies\" class=\"wp-image-4482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/intern.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/intern-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/intern-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, priority number one should be to associate with and learn from the people who run the wellness or health education program. You can practice with mentors and ask them questions in a low risk environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has been said that, \u201cit\u2019s not what you know but who you know that counts.\u201d This is mostly true no matter what job you are looking for. Employers hire people they know or are familiar with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you work hard as a student and do right by them, former employers and managers will remember you. They\u2019ll be there to help out when you need help with your resume, preparing for interviews, and even writing letters of recommendation. &nbsp;They may even offer you a job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-re-a-student-or-new-graduate-looking-for-your-first-wellness-job-here-are-some-things-you-can-do-to-set-yourself-apart\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_youre_a_student_or_new_graduate_looking_for_your_first_wellness_job_here_are_some_things_you_can_do_to_set_yourself_apart\"><\/span><strong>If you\u2019re a student or new graduate looking for your first wellness job, here are some things you can do to set yourself apart. <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-take-a-tour\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_tour\"><\/span><strong>Take a tour <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are any wellness programs in your area, ask to take a tour. You may have to go to a larger city to access such programs. Go for it and make it a road trip with some of your wellness buddies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research the program beforehand so you can ask intelligent questions during the tour. Make the tour all about the wellness program, not about you and what you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-attend-any-wellness-professional-event-or-conference-you-can-nbsp-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attend_any_wellness_professional_event_or_conference_you_can\"><\/span><strong>Attend any wellness professional event or conference you can.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I know of students who volunteered to work the registration desk of the conference. By doing this, they were able to attend an event at a reduced rate. Plus, they got to meet everyone as they registered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, if it is really about who you know, you won\u2019t meet anyone if you don\u2019t go.&nbsp; Here are two professional conferences that will&nbsp; help you launch your career:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.welcoa.org\/welcoa-summit\/\">WELCOA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifebp.org\/healthpromotionconference\/Pages\/art-and-science-of-health-promotion-conference.aspx\">AJHP<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/worcesterda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SWC-1.jpg\" alt=\"professional conference\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-subscribe-to-useful-groups-on-linkedin\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subscribe_to_useful_groups_on_LinkedIn\"><\/span><strong>Subscribe to useful groups on LinkedIn<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/89892\">Wellness is a Business Strategy<\/a> is a huge group with lots of decision makers in the wellness industry. Make a habit of going to LinkedIn once a week or so just to read some posts. That way, you will have a feel for what is happening in the field. You can also subscribe to other sources of information through the <a href=\"http:\/\/nwi.informz.net\/NWI\/pages\/Main_NWI_Mailing_List\">National Wellness Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-should-you-search-for-the-right-wellness-job-after-graduation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_should_you_search_for_the_right_wellness_job_after_graduation\"><\/span><strong>How should you search for the right wellness job after graduation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most commonly mentioned platforms were&nbsp;LinkedIn and <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20221121184255\/https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/\">Indeed<\/a>. Zip Recruiter and Monster were also mentioned, as was \u201cmy undergraduate school\u2019s job search engine.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to look at industry job boards maintained by organizations such as <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210703132646\/https:\/\/www.welcoa.org\/jobs\/\">Wellness Councils of America<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20240226041405\/https:\/\/www.chronicle.com\/\">Chronical for Higher Education<\/a> is another great place to find wellness positions in schools and universities. These are fantastic sources for job leads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people will simply apply for a wellness job through LinkedIn or Indeed because it is easier and quicker. This is a great strategy\u2026 <em>if<\/em> you want to tell your parents you applied for jobs so you can continue to play video games in their basement!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you want to actually <em>get<\/em> a job in the wellness industry, you have to work a little harder than that. &nbsp;Job sites like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Monster are really just filters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They will take your application, allow you to upload your resume but the person making hiring decisions usually has to remember to login to those sites to check out all applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static1.squarespace.com\/static\/56be496327d4bdc086e49f10\/t\/56be4b45ab93c04d3c7c6c56\/1455313972888\/InterviewAttire01.jpg\" alt=\"Job interview\n\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The savvy applicant will learn about a job on one of the job sites mentioned above. Then they will do these things \u2013 and <em>this<\/em> is the secret sauce. They will spend a significant amount of time learning about the company including mission and objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They will call people they know until they find someone who can tell them about the position. Armed with information about the company and the position, they will tailor their resume to the job duties outlined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then they will apply <em>directly<\/em> to the company. Using a good, better, best approach: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is <strong>good<\/strong> if the resume goes directly to the person who will review it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is <strong>better<\/strong> if you have that person\u2019s email address so you can follow-up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is <strong>best<\/strong> if you can somehow manage to hand deliver the resume.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-are-a-few-other-strategies-that-might-help-you-stand-out-as-you-search-for-a-wellness-job\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_a_few_other_strategies_that_might_help_you_stand_out_as_you_search_for_a_wellness_job\"><\/span><strong>Here are a few other strategies that might help you stand out as you search for a wellness job.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-word-of-mouth\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_word_of_mouth\"><\/span><strong>Use word of mouth<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of your personal contacts work in the wellness industry or know people who do. Connect with them, reach out to the wellness coordinator, and ask intelligent questions that you\u2019ve carefully thought about and prepared in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-people-never-call-so-call\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People_never_call%E2%80%A6_so_call\"><\/span><strong>People never call\u2026 so call<\/strong>!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>About a week after submitting your resume call and introduce yourself then say, \u201cI submitted a resume last week and just wanted to double-check that you received it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless the person with whom you\u2019re speaking says that they know exactly who you are (not likely), say something like, \u201cIt\u2019s all good, would it be alright if I sent you another resume just to be sure?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course they will say yes, then you can say, \u201cso just look for a resume from \u2013 insert your name here.\u201d This simple process will allow you to get your resume to the top of the pile. Plus someone on the inside has heard your name twice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you didn\u2019t get the job, remember the value of a thank you card. After all, reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates is a pretty thankless job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"699\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-career-1024x699.jpg\" alt=\"employee wellness career, corporate wellness jobs, health promotion jobs, health and wellness jobs, health and wellness careers, employee wellness jobs, corporate wellness careers, wellness job openings, worksite wellness specialist, wellness companies\" class=\"wp-image-3986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-career-1024x699.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-career-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wellness-job-career-768x524.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-be-able-to-explain-why-you-chose-wellness-as-a-career-option\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_able_to_explain_why_you_chose_wellness_as_a_career_option\"><\/span><strong>Be able to explain why you chose wellness as a career option.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This will likely go back to when you chose your wellness or health promotion major in college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be able to eloquently relate some of the following: why a holistic versus treatment approach seemed to resonate with you, how choosing a wellness lifestyle became a personal victory for you, why helping people change was attractive to you, and how passionate you are about wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has been said that nobody gets rich by going in to wellness. The people with whom you\u2019re interviewing will know that but they will want to feel your passion. 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That is a good problem to have!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a certification is always a good idea because it adds color to your job and academic experiences. For most jobs, however, a certification is not required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Wellness-certification-companies-768x388.png\" alt=\"Wellness companies\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/13\/wellness-certifications-health-coach-certifications-personal-training-certifications\/\">Here is a list of all the wellness certifications that are available<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting one won\u2019t hurt your job prospects, but it many cases it may make no difference. Actual wellness job experience is always the most important qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do decide to get a certification it is also important that you consider continuing education costs in terms of time and money. Here is a list of certifications along with some tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College student options: If you really want to work in a corporate wellness program, why not add a minor in business? The course content will help you understand business terminology quicker and will likely help you develop a broader perspective especially if you are required to take a class in organizational behavior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CPR and AED certification: It is best if you take a class in college that provides these two certifications. If not, you can always get these skills from an organization like the <a href=\"https:\/\/elearning.heart.org\/course\/9?_ga=2.58478434.958189011.1534274482-202645730.1534274482\">American Heart Association<\/a> for less than $50.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal training or group fitness certifications: The certifications offered through the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.acsm.org\/get-stay-certified\/get-certified\">American College of Sports Medicine<\/a> are highly recommend. Many interviewees also mentioned the certification offered through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasm.org\/\">National Academy of Sports Medicine<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/fitness-certifications\/default.aspx?campaignid=837478930&amp;adgroupid=42391645106&amp;adid=197105854746&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw-8nbBRBnEiwAqWt1ze2qKKKdyuN7K2merz-AQvsAco0U1YiFQ4DiwD30zgC-yneLdykLcRoCFEcQAvD_BwE\">American Council on Exercise<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wellness Practitioner: A great and widely recognized certification is the one offered through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.welcoa.org\/training\/\">Wellness Council of America<\/a>. An excellent but more advanced certification is offered through the Chapman Institute and is called <a href=\"https:\/\/chapmaninstitute.com\/\">WellCert<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This blog is part of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\">WellSteps Worksite Wellness blog series<\/a>&nbsp;which contains the most current and real-world practices in wellness. They are required reading for all WellSteps employees.&nbsp;If you don\u2019t have the time or money for a wellness certification, review the content of these blogs.&nbsp; They are free and when you are done, you\u2019ll have consumed a semester\u2019s worth of wellness best practices. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/05\/healthy-employees-wellness-strategies-ideas\/\">Here<\/a> are many of the blogs in a book format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1160\" height=\"808\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/WellSteps-blog.bmp\" alt=\"wellsteps blog\" class=\"wp-image-4027\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772840862414\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>So what do people with wellness jobs do?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This all depends on the wellness program to which you were hired. Wellness programs take on many different forms. Some programs have onsite gyms but many do not.\u00a0The people we interviewed for this blog mentioned personal training at gyms, health coaching in person or via the phone, working in or through Human Resources, being a wellness team member in a business environment with no gym, etc. The bottom line is that anyone employed in a wellness position anywhere is working to help people improve.<br><br>Interested in becoming a health coach? Check out our list of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/wellness-certifications-health-coach-certifications-personal-training-certifications\/\">22 Best Wellness Certifications, Personal Training, and Health Coaching<\/a><\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772840863987\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How much do wellness jobs pay?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Again, this depends on the specifics of the job, but starting salaries should be around $30,000-40,000 per year.\u00a0 Wellness jobs that require a masters degree will start higher.\u00a0Salaries will vary depending on the responsibilities, the wellness program, and even the region of the United States. Again, people don\u2019t go into wellness to get rich!<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772840896101\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why do wellness jobs matter?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Wellness programs are more popular than ever. Many trend spotters identify wellness as a long-term growth industry. These new jobs will need qualified workers who love helping people improve.<br><br><strong>The best thing about a wellness job is the satisfaction of knowing you spent your time and energy helping people have long, healthy lives.<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131901292\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What skills help candidates stand out when applying for wellness jobs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">People often ask how to stand out when applying for wellness jobs\u2014the answer includes communication skills, behavior-change knowledge, empathy, and the ability to lead engaging activities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131902424\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can experience outside HR still help someone land wellness jobs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Many transferable skills\u2014teaching, coaching, customer service, training\u2014translate beautifully to wellness jobs because they involve motivation and relationship-building.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131903117\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do certifications improve your chances of getting wellness jobs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"> Yes. Certifications in coaching, behavior change, or public health can help applicants secure stronger wellness jobs and show professional commitment.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131914513\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What qualities do employers look for most often in wellness jobs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Employers hiring for wellness jobs want proactive problem-solvers, clear communicators, dependable planners, and people who genuinely care about employee well-being.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131915435\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where can candidates gain real experience to prepare for wellness jobs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Volunteering, wellness internships, health coaching programs, and participating in wellness initiatives all help candidates prepare for wellness jobs.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/demosignup\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"920\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/get-wellsteps-walking.bmp\" alt=\"worksite wellness specialist, wellness career, health and wellness coordinator\" class=\"wp-image-2810\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>[maxbutton id=&#8221;1&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The worksite wellness industry is booming. 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