Wellness Coordinator Resources and Training
Authority
Governor Pete Wilson signed Executive Order W-119-95 on April 4, 1995. The Order recognizes that the physical and mental well-being of the state work force can be improved through work site health promotion focusing on preventative medicine, exercise, nutrition, stress management, smoking cessation, drug and alcohol avoidance, and accident prevention. The order acknowledges that a healthier work force can result in higher quality work, improved morale and productivity, reduced absenteeism, and lower healthcare and workers’ compensation costs. It states that each state department shall dedicate resources to coordinate a wellness program or arrange to cooperate with other departments in their agency or their geographic proximity for program coordination.
The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is charged by the governor with developing a core program to serve as the central clearinghouse of health and fitness promotion and illness prevention information statewide.
Each state department is responsible for implementing an employee wellness program at their worksite utilizing existing funds, resources, and support.
Partners
The American Heart Association
According to the American Heart Association, most heart disease is preventable with better diet and more exercise. By providing a variety of wellness activities, we can help reduce our employees’ risk for heart disease, increase productivity and morale, and reduce health insurance costs. Get your department involved in the annual Heart & Stroke Walk and help your employees take steps toward leading an active and healthy life.
- 2022 Heart & Stroke Walk – Search for a heart walk near your area
Carrier Council
We have convened a carrier council to assist in making Healthier U a sustainable wellness program as well as provide resources and support to department wellness programs statewide. Our carrier council partners include:
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Delta Dental
- Health Net of California
- Kaiser Permanente
- Magellan (EAP)
- Premier Access
- MetLife*
- Sharp Health Plan
- United Healthcare
- VSP
- Western Dental
- Western Health Advantage
Resources
- Healthier U Connections – Healthier U Connections is an online wellness service available to all state employees. Employees are encouraged to invest in their well-being and sign up for this free wellness platform.
- Healthfinder.gov
- CalPERS Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP)
- AHA Healthy for Good Wellness Toolkit
- Lactation Support Program
- Kick It California (formerly California Smokers Hotline)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Awards
In 2018, CalHR established the annual Wellness Coordinator of the Year and the Wellness Coordinator Honor Club to recognize the dedication of wellness coordinators committed to improving the health and well-being of fellow state employees at their departments.
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