Part-time Wellness Coordinator

Join Our Team at Saratoga Retirement Community!Are you seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Saratoga Retirement Community in Saratoga, CA, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Part-time Wellness Coordinator.About Us: Saratoga Retirement Community is a retirement oasis. Set in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Saratoga Retirement Community blends natural beauty with vibrant living. Enjoy serving our residents in a picturesque community in the beautiful city of Saratoga with easy access to the larger Bay Area. Revel in the Mediterranean climate, abundance of greenery, and countless cultural and recreational opportunities. Joining the therapy team at Saratoga Retirement Community means being part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to enhancing the well-being of residents through compassionate care and cutting-edge rehabilitation services.Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!Job Summary: The Wellness Coordinator is responsible for implementation of the wellness classes and programming for their campus(es). They are expected to lead classes, develop programming, conduct fitness testing, and maintain accurate recordkeeping for all wellness services provided through Functional Pathways.Education and Licensure:Bachelor's degree from accredited institution preferred, Exercise Science and/or Sports medicine related field; or 5+ years’ experience coordinating Wellness Programs.Must hold current BLS certification; preferred ACSM certification.Clinical Experience:Previous Wellness experience required.Knowledge and Skills:Two years of experience planning, teaching, and motivating individualsTwo years of experience in working with the elderly populationFluent providing Exercise Prescriptions and conducting individual and group sessions on topics related to all dimensions of wellness.Experience with aquatics and/or Tai Chi preferred.Communication and Interpersonal Skills:Must possess characteristics such as good written and verbal communication, innovative, a self-starter, and team player.Continuing Education:Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education activities to stay updated with advancements in the field.Physical Requirements:Ability to stand, sit, and move around for extended periods to evaluate and treat patients.Physical strength and dexterity to facilitate therapeutic activities, assist with transfers, and use equipment.Capacity to lift and position patients as needed during therapy sessions.**Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Functional Pathways