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Wellness Coach
- Amergis (Atascadero, CA)
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Salary: $877 / Week
Job Description:
Under the supervision of a qualified professional, a Certified Wellness Coach may offer support in the following areas: o Wellness promotion and education, (e.g., teaching youth how to build positive relationships and prevent bullying) o Screening that does not require a license (e.g., answering questions and coordinating screening programs) o Care coordination (e.g., connecting individuals to behavioral health resources and communicating with other professionals) o Individual support (e.g., providing brief check-ins and supporting care plans established by Licensed or PPS providers) o Group support, on topics such as stress management and social and emotional skills o Crisis referral adhering to standard protocols, such as identifying potential risks and engaging in warm hand-offs
Minimum Requirements:
1. Workforce Pathway
+ Hold an associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
+ Have 1,350 hours of field experience providing pre-clinical behavioral health services to children and youth.
+ Relevant roles may include Family and Youth Liaison, Student Advocate, Community Service Coordinator, Behavioral Health Specialist/Technician, or similar positions.
2. Education Pathway
+ Recently graduated from a California college or university with an associate or bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:
+ Human Services
+ Social Work
+ Psychology (newly added)
+ Addiction Studies
+ Have 400 total hours of field experience (150 hours minimum).
Additional Responsibilities of a Certified Wellness Coach:
? Wellness Promotion & Education – Teach students how to build positive relationships and prevent bullying. ? Screening Support – Assist with non-licensed screenings and answer behavioral health questions. ? Care Coordination – Connect individuals to resources and collaborate with professionals. ? Individual & Group Support – Provide brief check-ins and lead discussions on stress management, social-emotional skills, and overall wellness. ? Crisis Referral Assistance – Identify potential risks and follow standard protocols for warm hand-offs.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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