Fitness Floor Staff

Roxbury Tenants of Harvard Association, Inc. (RTH) is a dynamic, multi-service non-profit organization founded in 1969. We are dedicated to preserving the unique character of the Mission Hill neighborhood by providing high-quality, low- and moderate-income housing and extensive human services. Our community is diverse and vibrant, offering numerous recreational and educational facilities, wellness programs, and community engagement initiatives. Today, RTH remains a resident-led organization, governed by an eleven-member, all-resident Board of Directors; led by the people who call RTH home. Mission: RTH seeks to develop, preserve, and maintain safe and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income people of diverse backgrounds in the RTH/Mission Hill neighborhood, improving residents' quality of life through property management, social and educational services, workforce development, and community activism. Roxbury Tenants of Harvard (RTH) is seeking proactive and customer-oriented fitness floor staff to join their team. This role involves providing exceptional service and assistance to gym members on the fitness floor, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include monitoring equipment usage, offering guidance on exercise techniques, and maintaining cleanliness and organization. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of the fitness industry, preferably having experience in the field, and or studying the subject. Knowledge and ability to bring members through orientations, tours of the facility, and create a fitness plan suitable for individual goals and needs. Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations. Must be CPR/AED certified and become an instructor within 6 months. Nationally Accredited Personal Training certifications, i.e., CNC, CES, or CPT preferred. Nationally recognized Group Fitness certification i.e., AFAA, ACE, or NASM preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES ADMINISTRATIVE Welcome members, guiding them to the appropriate equipment, and sharing expectations with members regarding equipment usage and cleaning. Ensure adequate cleaning products are placed in fitness facilities. Clean high-touch areas and all other equipment between sessions. Monitor room capacity and member traffic flow, communicating appropriately when there are any concerns. Maintain the equipment, inclusive of cleaning and reporting any broken pieces to repair. Supervise the wellness floor to ensure the safety of our members, as well as being visible and ready to assist them as needed. Ensure all programs are safe, properly staffed and equipped. Ensure that RTH program standards are met, and safety procedures are followed. Build and maintain a high standard of customer service and serves as a role model for residents, program participants, staff, and volunteers. Contribute to a positive and safe work environment. Ensures all assigned staff and volunteers complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner. Attend and participate in staff meetings, as directed. Accept additional responsibilities as assigned. CANDIDATE Models and teaches RTH core values. Builds relationships and empathetically listens and communicates. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support. Demonstrates passion to work with youth, families, volunteers, and staff. Agrees to a flexible work schedule. Self-starts; can initiate and carry out diverse duties with minimal supervision. Enjoys thinking of new ideas; creative and resourceful. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job: Ability to interact with the residents and program participants physically and verbally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. Ability to meet physical requirements of job including the physical stamina, agility and sudden exertion required to safely lead Health & Wellness programs. At times, be able to lift amounts up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform the following physical activities: stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, and bend. Strong skills in: communication, leadership, judgement, conflict resolution, and creativity. Working knowledge of RTH policies, and appropriate health and wellness facility regulations and operational procedures. Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate management techniques. END RESULT Provide safe, secure, and educational experiences for participants. Impact the overall effectiveness of the department's implementation of the RTH Mission. Provide the community with quality services, programs, and leadership in the RTH Community Center. TO APPLY Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the link provided. RTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Join us in creating a supportive and engaging community where everyone can live life to the fullest! #J-18808-Ljbffr