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A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias · 1 day ago

Wellness Specialist Intern- 12 Month Full-Time Paid Internship

Salt Lake City, UT

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias is seeking a Wellness Specialist Intern for a 12-month full-time paid internship. The role involves managing the onsite wellness center, delivering wellness services, and supporting local teams in their wellness initiatives.

Religious Institutions

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of the onsite wellness center in the Church Office Building, including facility maintenance, equipment management, and ensuring a clean, welcoming environment

Welcome employees warmly, orient them to the facility, and demonstrate proper equipment use

Provide staff presence for potential medical emergencies and patron assistance

Coordinate with facilities team on maintenance needs for showers, changing rooms, and our third-party vendor for equipment

Instruct group exercise classes including circuit training, strength training, and stretching

Lead workshops and wellness courses on topics such as stress and energy management, nutrition, work-life balance, mental health, sustainable weight loss, and health management for local teams and departments

Deliver engaging health and wellness content including education resources, workshop materials, courses, articles, and handouts

Develop behavior change tools and resources under the guidance of the Total Rewards Operations Manager that guide participants in making sustainable lifestyle improvements

Adapt wellness content for different audiences and team contexts as needed

Conduct one-on-one consultations with employees to provide health and fitness coaching using evidence-based coaching methodologies

Create exercise plans and provide nutritional guidance to help participants reach their health goals

Promote participant empowerment through shared decision-making and self-directed care

Document and track participant encounters and outcomes while maintaining strict confidentiality

Maintain professional relationships with appropriate expectations and boundaries

Support the Total Rewards Operations Manager in implementing wellness strategies for local departments and teams

Handle day-to-day follow-up with local teams after initial strategic consultations, providing ongoing support for their wellness initiatives

Respond to requests from local departments for wellness programming, resources, and support

Maintain regular communication with local HR business partners and team leaders to ensure their wellness needs are met

Provide training and guidance to local leaders on available wellness resources and how to support employee wellbeing within their teams

Gather utilization data, administer feedback surveys, and generate reports on wellness services

Support the onboarding and training of incoming Wellness Specialist interns alongside the Total Rewards Operations Manager

Qualification

Exercise programmingNutritionHealth coachingPublic speakingBehavior change principlesCustomer service skillsEmpathyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam-oriented

Required

Currently enrolled full-time in a bachelor's or graduate program in exercise science, dietetics, health promotion, or related health field, OR graduated within the past 12 months, OR within 12 months of receiving relevant professional certification

Commitment to complete a 12-month internship

Strong knowledge of medical conditions, nutrition, exercise programming, mental fitness, recovery strategies, stress management, and behavior change principles

Excellent communication, documentation, and public speaking skills

Patient and empathetic approach when working with individuals struggling to improve their health

Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities professionally

Ability to quickly learn and apply coaching methodologies

Team-oriented with strong customer service skills and attention to detail

Ability to lift and move heavy objects and stand for extended periods

Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy