Fitness Instructor

Fitness Instructor

The Fitness Instructor promotes active older adult lifestyles and the six dimensions of wellness. The Fitness Instructor assists with development, implementation, and operation of the Wellness Program. The Fitness Instructor will work closely with residents, staff and participants in group and personal fitness and aquatic settings to ensure safe attainment of wellness goals.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and cooperation of Director of Campus Wellness and Therapy to provide residents and staff with wellness programming that meets their emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational needs.
• Willing to accommodate a schedule that is flexible and based upon the needs of the department.
• Provide a high level of customer service and develop caring relationships with residents which promote participation and attendance in weekly wellness programs.
• Instruct a variety of land and aquatic exercise classes as appropriate for older adults.
• Instruct residents and staff on proper exercise technique and equipment usage.
• Must work with disabled and memory-impaired residents.
• Model exemplary appearance and attitude of health and fitness professional.
• Enforce safety policies and monitor use of gym, fitness studio, aquatic center, and locker rooms.
• Perform light housekeeping, cleaning, and sanitizing fitness equipment.
• Immediately report injury, maintenance requests, and other concerns to supervisor.
• Respond with first aid in an emergency.
• Perform clerical tasks; often using computer and Microsoft Office software.
• Attend staff meetings and continuing education as required.
• Adhere to department and organizational policy and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• The highly qualified candidate will have post-secondary education or degree and minimum one year experience in fitness, kinesiology, gerontology, physical therapy, or other health related field.
• Certification and experience in personal training or group exercise instruction are strongly preferred.
• Experience working with older adults preferred.
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.

Certifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required or must obtain within reasonable time of hire.
• Nationally recognized personal or group fitness instructor certification preferred or willing to obtain within reasonable time of hire.
• Lifeguard certification preferred.
• Other desirable certifications may include: senior fitness instructor, yoga, tai chi, water aerobics, dance, Rock Steady Boxing or arthritis foundation.

Physical Demands

• Should be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 20 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and set up exercise equipment.
• May be required to assist residents with transfers.
• Must be capable of leading exercise classes and demonstrating wellness center equipment.
• Audio and visual acuity is necessary to safely monitor the programs.
• Must be able to work on feet for long periods of time.

If you are a great team player and passionate about resident-centered care, we want to talk to you! Great benefits!