Wellness WORKs Instructor

Position Summary

Wellness WORKs! Instructor (Classified as: Casual Worker). Hourly-intermittent temporary position available on or after December 1, 2025 for CSUS Stockton. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.

The Wellness WORKs! Instructor plays a crucial role in delivering wellness classes and activities to San Joaquin County CalWORKs participants. This position involves conducting programs focused on wellness, productivity, and life skills training.

• Conduct organized classes to meet course requirements.
• Advise and assist participants in achieving course objectives.
• Stay updated with developments in the relevant field.
• Maintain control of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Attend required meetings.
• Participate in evaluating and revising course offerings.
• Provide written course outlines and handouts to participants.
• Coordinate with staff on instructional materials.
• Report any health or safety concerns to the appropriate authority.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Completion of a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents.
• Experience: Two years of related experience.

• Some college coursework or degree in relevant field.
• Experience working with CalWORKs! (Welfare) population.
• Certification or training in wellness education, life skills coaching, or related areas.
• Experience facilitating presentations.
• Knowledge of CPR, First Aid, and workplace safety protocols.
• Familiar with HIPAA laws and regulations.

• Understanding of instructional design principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and tools for course delivery.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures in educational settings.
• Awareness of industry trends and developments in the relevant field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for participant guidance.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in creating and delivering instructional materials.
• Ability to adapt to changing educational needs and technologies.
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities for course evaluation and improvement.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining course materials and records.
• A background check (which may include: checks of employment records, education records, criminal records, civil records, motor vehicle records, professional licenses, and sex offender registries, as position requires) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be employed with the CSU.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

$75.00 per hour.

To be considered, qualified candidates must submit a completed Stanislaus State online employment application, cover letter, and resume. Applications are accepted electronically only. Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration. To apply online, please click the Apply Now button on this page.

SCREENING TO BEGIN ON OR AFTER November 12, 2025. Applications received after the screening date will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Satisfactory completion of a background check (which includes checks of employment records, education records, criminal records, civil records; and may include motor vehicle records, professional licenses, and sex offender registries, as position requires) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

Failure to satisfactorily…