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How much do employee wellness manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for employee wellness manager in the United States is $24.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Employee Wellness Manager vs Employee Health Coordinator?

AspectEmployee Wellness ManagerEmployee Health Coordinator
CertificationsOften requires certifications in wellness, health promotion, or related fieldsTypically requires health-related certifications or nursing credentials
Work EnvironmentFocuses on developing and managing wellness programs within organizationsCoordinates health services and supports employee health initiatives
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate wellness programs across industriesFound in healthcare, corporate, and institutional settings

The Employee Wellness Manager primarily designs and oversees wellness initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles among employees, while the Employee Health Coordinator handles direct health services and supports within organizations. Both roles require health-related certifications and work in similar environments, but their focus areas differ—program management versus direct health support.

What does an Employee Wellness Manager do?

An Employee Wellness Manager develops, implements, and oversees programs that promote health and well-being among staff in an organization. Their responsibilities often include organizing wellness initiatives, such as fitness challenges, health screenings, mental health workshops, and nutrition seminars. They also collaborate with HR and leadership to create a supportive work environment, track program effectiveness, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Ultimately, their goal is to enhance employee engagement, reduce absenteeism, and improve overall organizational productivity.

How does an Employee Wellness Manager typically collaborate with other departments to implement wellness initiatives?

An Employee Wellness Manager often works closely with HR, benefits teams, and department heads to design and implement wellness programs that address specific workforce needs. This collaboration includes gathering feedback, aligning wellness initiatives with company objectives, and ensuring programs are accessible and engaging to all employees. They may also partner with external vendors for health screenings or workshops. Regular communication and cross-departmental meetings are key to measuring program effectiveness and fostering a culture of well-being across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Employee Wellness Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Employee Wellness Manager, you need a background in health promotion, human resources, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor’s degree and experience in wellness program development. Familiarity with wellness platforms, data analytics tools, and certifications such as Certified Wellness Program Manager (CWPM) are commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, motivational abilities, and effective communication help foster employee engagement and build trust. These competencies are vital for designing impactful wellness initiatives that improve employee health, morale, and organizational productivity.
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Infographic showing various Employee Wellness Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,590 per year, or $24.3 per hour.
Wellness Manager (Southern California)

Wellness Manager (Southern California)

CVS Health

Irvine, CA

$66K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


CVS Health rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 4,285 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

81st of 104 rated pharmacies


Job description

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselvesaccountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

This is an individual contributor role.

This is an exciting opportunity to partner with Aetna clients, internal business units, and external vendors to design and deliver innovative wellness initiatives that promote preventive health and drive meaningful employee engagement. The Wellness Program Manager plays a key role in helping organizations build a culture of health by supporting behavior change and addressing prevalent health risk factors.

In this client-facing role, you will collaborate closely with the plan sponsor's Benefits and Employee Wellness teams to develop and execute tailored wellness strategies that align with organizational goals. You'll serve as a trusted advisor, leveraging insights and best practices to enhance participation, improve outcomes, and maximize program impact.

This position is based in Southern California and requires periodic travel to the plan sponsor's worksites to support program implementation and engagement.

We offer opportunities for professional growth and development, and we value employees who are proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable. Being a best-in-class workplace wellbeing program manager, you will use your years of expertise to strengthen our business strategy through enhancing client satisfaction and persistency. This will be accomplished through:

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Leading planning and implementation of onsite biometric screenings, working with screening vendor, and plan sponsor wellness team including wellness champions.
  • Monitoring participation and implementing strategies to increase engagement.
  • Establishing rapport with plan sponsors, engage leaders in data driven decision making regarding support for employee wellness.
  • Supporting development of wellbeing champion network including different levels of employer leadership and employees from worksite by offering guidance and recommendations to support trainings.
  • Educating and referring customers on available health resources, Aetna Care Management programs and community resources as appropriate.
  • Serving as subject matter expert on wellbeing and health improvement opportunities available within Aetna and the community and provides support and training for sales partners as needed.
  • Leading in-person or virtual presentations to promote health education and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Demonstrating positive outgoing personality, meeting customer where they are on their well-being journey.
  • Building trusting relationships and rapport with customers, internal partners and external vendors including wellness service providers.
  • Proactively going the extra mile to deliver on commitments.
  • Being organized, detailed, consistent, holding constituents and business partners accountable to reasonably meet customer's expectations.
  • Traveling to multiple plan sponsor locations for onsite events and presentations, annual benefits and health fair support.

Success in this role is driven by a strong sense of teamwork and the satisfaction of knowing your contributions directly support the achievement of healthy and sustainable lifestyles.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering presentations and effectively engaging diverse audiences, with the ability to tailor communication and approach to meet the needs of various stakeholders, including account executives and cross-functional teams.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare account management, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and drive successful outcomes.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience promoting healthy lifestyle behavior change across wellness areas such as nutrition, physical activity, weight management, stress management, and tobacco cessation.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, OneNote, et al.).
  • Must be based in Southern California.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • 2+ years of experience working with group medical insurance products and coverage options.
  • Certified Wellness Practitioner or equivalent credentials.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in Public Health or equivalent work experience.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$66,330.00 - $145,860.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This fulltime position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.


Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/25/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.


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