Remote Position

Health Coach & Wellness Workshop Facilitator (Independent Contractor / 1099)

🌍 Remote · United States 💼 Full-time

Join American Institute for Preventive Medicine, a purpose-driven leader in well-being for over 43 years. We empower individuals and organizations through award-winning programs, and we're expanding our team. We are seeking a dynamic Health Coach to provide virtual one-on-one and group health coaching. This role also involves leading engaging virtual workshops on diverse health and well-being topics. As a coach, you'll inspire behavior change in areas like tobacco cessation, weight management, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and mental/emotional well-being. You'll review health assessments, develop action plans, and work with participants at all stages of change, primarily via phone and video. As a facilitator, you'll deliver interactive workshops using our provided materials. Contractor Engagement & Workload Overview:

  • Status: This is a contingent 1099 independent contractor agreement (not a W-2 employment role). Contractors submit monthly invoices for services rendered; when applicable and supply their own workspace and equipment.
  • Flexible, Variable Hours: Daily coaching volume fluctuates based on participant scheduling, seasonal demands, and workshop bookings.
  • Peak Season (Nov – May): Approximately 20–25 hours/week.
  • Standard Season (June – Oct): Approximately 10–15 hours/week.
  • Service Windows: Sessions occur between 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM ET. Contractors set their available blocks within this window (e.g., recurring blocks of 3–5 hours across 3–4 weekdays work well). Contractors with open availability and consistent availability across a time block of at least 3-4 days a week works best.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement AIPM's behavior change programs (certification provided)
  • Provide motivational coaching to evoke internal motivation and foster healthy habits
  • Lead interactive virtual workshops
  • Document participants progress accurately on our platform

Required Experience & Skills:

  • 2+ years' experience in behavior change health coaching
  • Professional wellness coach certification
  • Virtual coaching experience (phone/video)
  • Experience presenting engaging workshops
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a health/wellness-related field
  • Strong knowledge of disease prevention and well-being topics

Preferred:

  • Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (or similar tobacco cessation training)
  • Experience in facilitating interactive webinar presentations
  • Proficiency with electronic documentation and virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft 365)
  • Experience with motivational interviewing
  • Strong communication skills and an engaging, confident personality

We partner with wellness professionals who are self-controlled, self-confident, conscientious, innovative, achievement-driven, committed, optimistic, empathetic, influential, and collaborative. How to Apply: Please submit your cover letter, PDF resume, and independent contractor hourly rate for services. Video resumes are accepted as a supplement, not a replacement. No phone calls, please. Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour Work Location: Remote Apply To This Job

Apply Now →

More Open Positions

Explore similar remote opportunities