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Wellness Ambassador

UCR Wellness Ambassadors are volunteers that help create a culture of whole-person wellness within the workplace by promoting participation and engagement in wellness programs, services, and events. Wellness ambassadors play a vital role in supporting the promotion of health and wellness among UCR faculty and staff.

 

What is a Wellness Ambassador

 As an ambassador, you will act as a liaison between your department and the Faculty and Staff Wellness Program. If you are enthusiastic about health and wellness; able to be an advocate for or working towards a healthier lifestyle; and have good communication, motivational and interpersonal skills, then the Ambassador Wellness program is for you!

  • What is the Wellness Ambassador Role

    The role of the Wellness Ambassador includes the following:

    • The Wellness Ambassador role is voluntary with a minimal time commitment - approximately one(1) hour per month.
    • Promote UCR’s Faculty and Staff Wellness programs, resources, and events within your department or work unit Coordinate strategic wellness efforts within your department or work unit.
    • Attend every other month Wellness Ambassador meetings.
    • Serve as a liaison for the UCR’s Faculty and Staff Wellness programs.
    • Gain professional development and skill building in communication, facilitation, and marketing.

    The Faculty and Staff Wellness Program Coordinator will provide guidance and direction, consultation and information to the Wellness Ambassadors.

  • Benefits of Being a Wellness Ambassador

    In addition to promoting a healthy lifestyle at UCR, there are many benefits to being an Ambassador including:

    • Receive wellness goodies.
    • Opportunity to be informed with the latest wellness programs and events to communicate to your coworkers and campus departments.
    • Develop peer, professional, and cross-campus relationships.
    • Information, tools and resources for a healthier lifestyle Peer, professional, and cross-campus relationships.
    • Be an active participant in fostering a culture of wellness on campus recognition for service as Wellness Ambassador.
    • Recognition for service as Wellness Ambassador.
  • How to Become a Wellness Ambassador
    • In order to become a Wellness Ambassador, you are required to obtain support and approve from your supervisor.
    • You will be required to attend a 60-minute orientation and training.
    • Become a UCR Wellness Ambassador Registration

    If you would like to become a Wellness Ambassador, please contact wellness@ucr.edu.

Meet the Wellness Ambassadors