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The Washington Wellness Coordinator Training held on June 8, 2007, emphasized the importance of establishing a high-performing wellness team that balances form and function. Key elements included agency leadership support, clear expectations, and strong recruitment strategies documented in job descriptions. The training advocated for regular communication through monthly meetings, formal agendas, and a collective focus on wellness priorities. By involving diverse team members and promoting an agency-wide wellness philosophy, organizations can enhance employee education and improve overall health and productivity across the workplace.
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Developing a Wellness Team Balancing form & function for results and sustainability Washington Wellness Coordinator Training June 8, 2007
Formal Appointment • Agency Leadership • Part of strategic functioning • Recruiting
Clear expectations Fundamental priority of agency Written in job description
Promoted throughout agency • Demonstrates agency priority • Credibility and acknowledgement of team members
Strong leadership • Key ingredient • Clearly established
Include variety of people • Different work areas • Different levels of job classification • Different health status
Minimum – monthly Regular face-to-face meetings Meet regularly
Formal agenda • Focus and clarify team’s collective consciousness • Involve all team members in execution • Develop in advance for member review
Keep minutes • Brief record of decisions and actions • Circulate soon after meeting • New member orientation • Record’s team progress
Communicate frequently • Educate and inform employees • Promote agency-wide priorities • Agency wellness philosophy • Communication plan
Conferences Internet Wellness publications Virtual wellness coordinator community Participate in worksite health and productivity training
Reference Presentation taken from Absolute Advantage Feb 2007 Wellness Councils of America www.welcoa.org