Wellness Manager

WELLNESS MANAGER

HUMAN RESOURCES BUREAU

HELENA, DEER LODGE, OR BILLINGS, MT

MISSION - Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.

If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

JOB OVERVIEW 

The Montana Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated Wellness Manager to develop, implement, and administer comprehensive wellness initiatives specifically designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of correctional staff across the state.

• Designs and implements a holistic wellness program tailored to correctional staff needs;
• Creates comprehensive wellness strategies addressing the many dimensions of wellness, to include emotional, physical, financial, and social wellness;
• Develops, implements, and coordinates wellness activities that help correctional employees cope with exposure to traumatic incidents, build resilience and develop stress-management techniques; 
• Serves as the coordinator for the Department’s Peer Support Program:
  • Develops and maintains policies and procedures related to the program;
  • Participates in the selection of peer mentors;
  • Ensures that peer supporters are appropriately trained;
• Works closely with the Department of Administration’s Office of Workforce Wellness and Healthcare and Benefits Division to maximize employee knowledge of and access to programs offered through those offices: 
  • Advocates with those offices for services that meet the unique needs of the Corrections workforce;
• Coordinates wellness events, challenges, presentations, or other educational efforts to engage staff and create a sense of community; 
• Develops communication materials and channels;
• Develops relationships with internal and external partners in support of the wellness program.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Coordinates with facility leadership to integrate wellness programs;
• Develops and manages wellness program budgets:
• Coordinates and assists in writing new and renewal grant proposals on behalf of wellness programs, in collaboration with the Facility Services Bureau;
• Creates tracking and assessment metrics;
• Produces comprehensive program evaluation reports.

The Wellness Manager reports to the HR Bureau Chief.  

The hourly rate of this position includes the statutory increase, effective July 1, 2025, in accordance with HB13.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Strong program development and management capabilities;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
• Data analysis and program evaluation proficiency;
• Understanding of correctional best practices and industry trends;
• Expertise in stress management and resilience training;
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging institutional environment;
• Familiarity with Montana state government operations.

APPLICATION MATERIALS – 

• Resume
• Cover Letter - Within your cover letter, please describe your approach to developing and implementing a wellness program within a correctional environment.
• State of Montana Application

Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.

BENEFITS

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 -  Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited.  In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.

The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation)