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Health and Wellness Coach Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration West Palm Beach VA Medical Center Apply Print Save
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Summary This position is located at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center and the Delray Beach VA Clinic. Health and Wellness Coaches provide services to Veterans seeking self-directed lasting changes aligned with their values. They provide support that promotes health and enhances well-being which may support improved health related outcomes and quality of life.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 03022026 to 05042026 Salary 65735 to - 85460 per year Pay scale & grade GS 9 Locations 1 vacancy in the following locations Delray Beach FL West Palm Beach FL Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted Promotion potential None Job family Series 0101 Social Science Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CBTC-12893985-26-EAG Control number 859406400
Health and Wellness Coaches work with individuals to identify their motivation for change, determine goals for their work together, develop sustainable action steps toward achieving their short- and long-term goals, implementing action plans and assess progress and to adjust plans as needed. Health and Wellness Coaches provide support to positively influence the relationship between lifestyle and health outcomes.
Major Duties and Responsibilities Provides health coaching to individuals or groups in outpatient and inpatient settings using multiple formats face-to-face telephone virtual etc. to increase promote a positive lifestyle habits and behaviors. Support Veterans in fostering internal strengths and external resources to develop self-directed strategies for personalized sustainable healthy lifestyle behavior changes and more effectively manage chronic disease. Collaborates with interdisciplinary clinical and non-clinical staff and teams throughout the VA health care system in a Veteran-centered process to facilitate and empower Veterans to develop and achieve self-determining goals related to health and well-being that align with what matters most and their mission aspiration or purpose.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements United States Citizenship Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education and/or Experience 1 Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelors or higher degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR 2 Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR 3 Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Certification 1 List of certifications. Candidates must be currently certified by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching NBHWC. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria.
Grade Determinations In addition to the basic requirements the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. Health and Wellness Coach GS-91 Experience 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade. 2 Knowledge Skills and Abilities KSAs Knowledge of current research literature related to health and wellness including behaviors that promote a healthy lifestyle and well-being. Skill in using health and wellness coaching techniques to promote positive behavior change using one-on-one couple or group modalities. Skill in exercising effective interpersonal communication techniques to develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships. Ability to assist the client in developing a comprehensive personalized health plan based on a patients action-oriented goals. Ability to identify resources internal and external to the organization that are necessary for achieving patient overall health and well-being goals. Ability to use information technology IT equipment and various emerging technologies to carry out work responsibilities. Ability to document patient information using appropriate systems. Preferred Experience Health and Wellness Coaching Certification Proficient in the delivery of virtual and in-person Health and Wellness Coaching. Delivering group patient encounters e.g. education mind body skills coaching. Experience documenting in a Electronic Medical Record. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including but not limited to Microsoft Teams. Experience coaching as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Education Note Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges universities schools or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information visit http://sites.ed.gov/internationalrecognitionofforeignqualifications.
Additional Information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
Required Documents To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Resume Special Note for Applications To complete your application please use the following link http://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field. Your full resume CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field. The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s current/former Federal employees etc. Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter Schedule A Disability Letter VALicense Other 1PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice RIFSF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans Preference When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference. Veterans preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
How to Apply All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 05042026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire12893985. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency Contact Information Erika Gilpin-Pretto Phone: 813 972-2000 X110112 Email: erika.gilpin-prettova.gov Address