Wellness Coach and Program Facilitator

Manuel A. Cruz Maldonado

Atlanta, Georgia

E-mail: ******.*.********@*****.*** Phone: 787-***-****

EDUCATION

Life University, Atlanta Georgia Graduated: June, 2017 Bachelor’s Degree in Health Coaching

CERTIFICATIONS

BLS/CPR Expires in September 2026

ISSA Personal Training in Corrective Exercise Intended Completion date 2026 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Wellness & Engagement Coordinator

Parc at Piedmont - Marietta, GA — July 2019–2025

Design, implement, and evaluate health and wellness programs for a diverse geriatric community, promoting physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.

• Develops and conducts evidence-based fitness and health education programs, including exercise classes, educational workshops, Spanish courses, and recreational activities tailored to residents’ needs and capabilities.

• Designs health education materials—newsletters, flyers, presentations, and visual media—using Canva and Microsoft 365 to enhance awareness and engagement.

• Coordinates community outreach and health events promoting active living and preventive health.

• Provides skill training and one-on-one coaching to residents on safe movement, mobility enhancement, and self-care practices.

• Evaluates program effectiveness through participation metrics and resident feedback, implementing continuous improvements.

• Supervises and trains new staff in wellness, engagement, and transportation roles to ensure program consistency and quality service delivery.

• Collaborates across departments (administration, assisted living, maintenance, dining) to ensure holistic wellness integration across the community.

• Maintains confidentiality and resident safety in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

• Created and sustained a series of group fitness programs increasing resident participation by over 35%.

• Developed a quarterly wellness newsletter that improved communication and engage- ment across departments.

Wellness Coordinator

The Joint Chiropractic — Alpharetta, GA — 2018–2019 Supported clinical operations through patient engagement, health education, and administrative management.

• Educated patients on chiropractic wellness, posture, and ergonomic health.

• Managed patient flow of 45–75 daily visits while ensuring a positive, educational experience.

• Translated conversational and medical information between English and Spanish to facilitate clear communication.

• Handled financial transactions and maintained patient confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Health and Wellness Coach (Intern)

American Clinic of Preventive Medicine — Marietta, GA — Aug–Nov 2016

• Conducted health assessments and lifestyle coaching for patients in a preventive medicine setting.

• Developed individualized health action plans to address nutrition, exercise, and wellness goals.

• Educated patients on disease prevention, stress management, and behavioral health strategies.

• Provided ongoing motivation and guidance aligned with physician-directed care plans. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook) Canva Program Design Curriculum Development Bilingual Communication Health Education Materials Creation HIPAA Compliance

LANGUAGES

• English: Fluent

• Spanish: Fluent

• German: Basic/Conversational

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