Health & Wellness Program Associate

General Job Information

There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation's Capital - Washington, D.C. Given that distinction, The Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,200 members: approximately 3,550 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country. We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation's residents, but also people from all over the world.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability and life insurance, as well a strong retirement benefit and savings options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional perks such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at: DCHR Benefits.

This position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department. The Health and Wellness Program Associate assists and coordinates behavioral health, physical health, and overall wellness programs for Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The position provides program support with wellness strategies and plans and facilitates health and fitness activities.

This Health and Wellness Coordinator is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Develops promotional and marketing materials for wellness and fitness programs throughout the agency.

• Assists in developing meaningful health education materials focused on mental health, physical health, and wellness to be shared with members through regular communication channels from multiple sources.

• Compiles and maintains a directory of wellness resources and providers available to members.

• Assists with technical and administrative support in facilitating live and virtual training and educational sessions.

• Assists in preparing materials for presentations and meetings.

• Coordinates, schedules, and tracks classes, speakers, seminars, personal training and fitness assessments that promote healthy lifestyles.

• Compiles statistical summaries of participant data, class attendance, equipment inventories and other evaluation data to ensure proper detailed program evaluation.

• Responds to general inquiries from members for information about wellness programs.

• Assists in monitoring grants and submitting required reports.

• Works with multiple internal and external stakeholders in order to enable initiatives and projects.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the mission and functions of the Metropolitan Police Department.

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of health and wellness education.

• Knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct research on program/operations; to review and analyze issues and data; and to prepare reports.

• Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data.

• Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Ability to train others.

Licensures, Certifications and other requirements

Certification in relevant skillset areas (i.e., behavioral health, trauma, mind/body connection, wellbeing, and counseling) is preferred.

Certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist is preferred.

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Health Education, Public Health, Health Science, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field is required.

Work Experience

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CS-09 grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from public or private sector. Specialized experience for this position includes, but is not limited to: experience in health education or wellness counseling; experience promoting and facilitating health and wellness promotion strategies; ability to identify opportunities to offer additional wellness services based on employee needs; and ability to train others.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office setting.

Other Significant Factors

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

This position is deemed as "Security Sensitive" pursuant to Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening and criminal background check (pre-employment and periodic), individuals may be subject to the following checks and tests: (select the appropriate designation, if applicable)

a. Traffic record check (as applicable);

b. Pre-employment drug and alcohol test (as applicable);

c. Consumer credit check (as applicable);

d. Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;

e. Random drug and alcohol test;

f. Return to duty or follow-up drug and alcohol test; and

g. Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.

The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's permit.

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.

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