Level2 Lifestyle Coach - Remote

UnitedHealth GroupUnitedHealth GroupChicago, Illinois, United States | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | Omaha, Nebraska, United States | Nashville, Tennessee, United States | Houston, Texas, United States
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Posted

10/8/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$24 - $43/hr

Work style

Remote only

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Core responsibilities

The Lifestyle Coach manages a roster of participants with Type 2 Diabetes, delivering structured coaching sessions via phone, chat, and group formats. They guide members through lifestyle changes and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) or in the process of attaining it. The role requires at least one year of coaching or behavior change experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Key skills

Health and wellness coachingMotivational interviewingActive listeningBehavior change techniquesType 2 diabetes managementContinuous glucose monitoringTelephonic communicationChat communicationGoal settingCare coordinationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookHIPAA complianceGroup facilitation

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Education requirements

bachelor degreeprofessional certificate

About UnitedHealth Group

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Employees

92,677

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern, high-performing health system through improved access, affordability, outcomes and experiences. Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care. We work with governments, employers, partners and providers to care for 147 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities. Click below to search careers or join our social communities: • Search & apply for careers at careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/ • Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/UnitedHealthGrp • Follow and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/unitedhealthgroup • Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/unitedhealthgroup More about UnitedHealth Group can be found at unitedhealthgroup.com/

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HealthcareSocial ServicesCustomer Service & Support

Description

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Level2 is a digital health company focused on helping individuals manage and improve their Type 2 Diabetes through a combination of technology, personalized coaching, and clinical care. Level2 Offers: Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM): Real-time insights into how the body responds to food, activity, stress, and sleep Personalized Guidance: Tailored recommendations based on CGM data to support sustainable lifestyle changes Virtual Care Team: A collaborative team of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, coaches, and registered dietitians Digital Tools: App-based platform for tracking progress, communicating with care teams, and receiving daily action steps Program Goal: Lower A1C, reduce or eliminate medications, and promote a healthier lifestyle The Lifestyle Coach reports to the Coaching Team Lead and manages a roster of approximately 450 active participants with Type 2 Diabetes through telephonic and chat communication. This certified professional supports sustainable health and wellness behavior change through member-centric coaching, aligned with the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) scope of practice. Lifestyle Coaches serve as the primary point of contact for members, guiding them through meaningful lifestyle changes and coordinating care with Registered Dietitians, Nurses, and Providers as needed. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Deliver structured coaching sessions via phone, chat, and group formats Tailor sessions based on member tenure, Time in Range (TIR), and Stage of Change Apply motivational interviewing, active listening, and behavior change techniques Help members identify strengths, resources, and barriers Guide goal-setting using realistic, measurable, and meaningful health outcomes Conduct 15-30 minute telephonic coaching sessions using evidence-based information *** Candidates must be available to work Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST (3 days/week) and 11:00 am-7:00 pm CST (2 days /week)*** You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) or working on attaining it 1+ years of Coaching/Behavior Change experience with proven results Experience working with groups and individuals virtually (telephonic, etc.) Experience working in healthcare environment regulated by HIPAA Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Proven excellent written and verbal communications skills Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field Additional professional certifications in health/wellness Background in health and wellness *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

  • •Health and wellness coaching
  • •Motivational interviewing
  • •Active listening
  • •Behavior change techniques
  • •Type 2 diabetes management
  • •Continuous glucose monitoring
  • •Telephonic communication
  • •Chat communication
  • •Goal setting
  • •Care coordination
  • •Microsoft Word
  • •Microsoft Excel
  • •Microsoft Outlook
  • •HIPAA compliance
  • •Group facilitation

Benefits

  • •Comprehensive benefits package
  • •Incentive programs
  • •Recognition programs
  • •Equity stock purchase
  • •401k contribution

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