Sports Nutrition Coach

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking a full time Sports Nutrition Coach in downtown Manhattan, New York.

The shift hours for this full-time role are Monday - Thursday, 10AM - 5PM.

A Sports Nutrition Coach consistently provides each client with the highest level of dietary, nutrition, and weight management programming in a positive, professional, service-oriented environment. In addition, the individual is expected to appropriately represent Optum Workplace Well-being at the client, as well as identify and initiate mutually beneficial new business opportunities where appropriate.

What you will do:

• Provide nutrition consultations for fitness center members as a part of SMART Path program.
• Collaborate with Director of Personal Training to offer sports nutrition services to personal training clients.
• Available for telephonic nutrition consultations and client appointments
• Provide individualized in-person and/or virtual nutrition counseling to clients in private and group sessions to exceed each client’s targeted goals.
• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement personal dietary-care plans to address the unique needs of each client.
• Counsel clients on basic nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, healthy eating habits, and food selection and preparation to improve quality of life.
• Work collaboratively with physicians and health care professionals to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
• Develop educational program materials with the input of the Product Delivery Manager and Optum Marketing department to balance the science of healthcare with fun and motivating programs.
• Support healthy café initiatives including strategy development, and on-site implementation and partnership with cafeteria vendors.
• Support additional benefits, wellness, health screening, and health fair projects.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field.
• Current professional certification or licensure such as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and/or Licensed Dietitian (in states where licensure is applicable).
• Knowledge of dietetic and nutrition standards and guidelines.
• Two years of experience as a nutritionist or dietitian.
• Willingness and availability to travel as dictated by business needs and request.
• Experience in a wellness-related activity or program.
• Competent with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Must be knowledgeable about the industry with the customer skills to network, engage, and interact with all clients, guests, and participants.
• Must communicate professionally using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and relay information to and from staff/clients/guests.
• Ability to effectively engage participants as a public speaker.

About Us:

Plus One, part of the Optum Workplace Well-being portfolio of services, provides fitness and well-being services to clients across a broad range of industries, driving employee engagement in health and wellness programs. These services include fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching and health promotion. Our team members believe that the most effective way to help people adopt a healthier lifestyle is through personal connections infused with hospitality, empathy and a lot of fun.

Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company*:

Health and financial:

• Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental and Vision coverage plans
• 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
• Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Transportation and Parking Plans
• Paid parental leave
   

Well-being:

• Paid time off
• Wellness rewards program
• Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
• 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
• Entertainment and consumer discounts
• Dedication to ensuring a cohesive and inclusive culture led by an internal diversity, equity and inclusion council
   

Growth and development:

• Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
• Discounted certifications through industry leading agencies
• Free CPR/AED certifications
• Free continuing education courses and credits
• Employee Referral Reward program

*Please note, some of the benefits listed above are only available to team members who work full time hours.

Equal opportunity statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Plus One, an Optum Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New York City, and Washington only: The hourly rate for this position ranges from $51 - $53. Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements.

Salary : $51 - $53