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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Employee Health Manager to lead, develop, and continuously improve programs that support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of employees across the organization. This role is responsible for designing health and wellness strategies that align with business goals, regulatory requirements, and employee needs. The ideal candidate combines knowledge of occupational health, wellness program management, employee engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to create a healthier, safer, and more productive workplace.
The Employee Health Manager will assess current health initiatives, identify gaps, and implement evidence-based programs that promote prevention, early intervention, and long-term wellbeing. This may include managing health screenings, vaccination campaigns, mental health awareness initiatives, ergonomic assessments, return-to-work coordination, and partnerships with healthcare providers or benefits vendors. The role also involves analyzing participation data, health trends, and program outcomes to measure effectiveness and recommend improvements.
A successful candidate will work closely with Human Resources, Health and Safety, Benefits, Operations, and senior leadership to ensure employee health strategies are practical, inclusive, and scalable. They will help shape policies related to workplace health, absence management, disability support, and employee assistance resources. Strong communication skills are essential, as this person will promote programs, educate employees, and encourage a culture where wellbeing is valued and supported.
In addition to strategic planning, the Employee Health Manager will oversee day-to-day program execution, vendor relationships, budgets, and compliance with relevant health, privacy, and labor regulations. They should be comfortable balancing confidential employee matters with organizational priorities and be able to respond thoughtfully to sensitive situations. Experience in health promotion, occupational health, public health, or corporate wellness is highly valuable.
This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about improving employee experience through proactive health management. The right person will be data-informed, empathetic, organized, and capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. They will play a key role in reducing health-related risks, supporting workforce resilience, and strengthening the organization’s overall wellbeing strategy. If you are motivated by creating meaningful health initiatives and fostering a supportive work environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable and lasting impact.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor workplace health trends and recommend preventive initiatives
- Coordinate health screenings, vaccination drives, and wellbeing campaigns
- Collaborate with HR, safety teams, and leadership on health policies
- Manage relationships with healthcare providers and wellness vendors
- Track program participation, outcomes, and return on investment
- Support return-to-work and disability accommodation processes
- Promote mental health awareness and employee assistance resources
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, nursing, or a related field
- Experience managing employee wellness, occupational health, or corporate health programs
- Knowledge of workplace health regulations and privacy requirements
- Strong analytical skills with experience using health or HR data
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism
- Experience working with external vendors and service providers
- Project management and program evaluation skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing employee health or wellness programs?
- How do you measure the success of a workplace wellbeing initiative?
- Have you worked with occupational health or benefits vendors before?
- How would you encourage low-engagement employees to participate in health programs?
- What is your approach to handling confidential employee health information?
- Can you describe a health initiative you introduced and its impact?
- How do you balance employee wellbeing goals with business priorities?
- What strategies would you use to support mental health in the workplace?
