Fitness Instructor

Overview

Presbyterian Homes & Services is seeking a Fitness Instructor for our team. The Fitness Instructor leads, instructs and motivates individuals or groups in exercise activities in assigned PHS locations. This may include aquatic exercise activities if aquatic facilities are located on the assigned campus. The Fitness Instructor works with the Fitness Director to develop the curriculum and lesson plans necessary to ensure classes are delivered to address the wellness objectives of the participants. Additional responsibilities include: ensuring the facilities and equipment are operating safely, maintaining a high level of sanitation and cleanliness in the Fitness areas, and ensuring program and services are operated in accordance to policies and procedures as well as State and local regulations.

SITES SUPPORTED AND SCHEDULE: This position is scheduled at 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday.


The position is primary serve at SummerWood of Plymouth, with alternative support at Lake Minnetonka Shores, Beacon Hill, Shorewood Landing, and Folkestone.

REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Fitness Instructor reports the the Fitness Director at the designated HUB. This position collaborates with Site Leaders and staff at designated work sites.

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY

SummerWood of Plymouth
16205 36th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55446

SummerWood of Plymouth is nestled in the heart of Plymouth, a thriving west Minneapolis suburb. This convenient location provides easy access to Highways 55 & 494, and is within minutes of retail shopping, neighborhood restaurants, public library, churches and the local community center.

As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:
- Off-street parking
- Discounted employee meals
- Free Fitness Center access

This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, and Assisted Living Memory Care

Responsibilities

Some of the responsibilities of the Fitness Instructor include (but are not limited to):

• Conduct professional classes in balance, strengthening, flexibility, endurance and additional topics which may be of benefit to the participants of the Fitness Center.
• In cooperation with the Fitness Director, develop and implement a curriculum and schedule of classes that will address the needs of the participants of the Fitness Center and provide the variety and frequency of classes to reach a wide spectrum of participants based upon regulations and established best practices.
• Supervise open swim as scheduled to monitor the utilization of the pool, and ensure the safety of all participants (sites with aquatic facilities only).
• Administer standardized assessments in a uniform manner.
• Educate and communicate to residents and caregivers on interventions and programs.
• Maintain a safe and clean fitness area and equipment.
• Monitor vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, respiration and oxygen saturation when applicable during fitness activities.
• Complete accurate, legible and timely documentation which supports the services provided.
• Accurately capture and bill for services provided when applicable, according to company policies and procedures.
• Manages schedule to meet the needs of the resident. Flexible and adaptable to changes in the department/organization.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Bachelors degree preferred in a related field or equivalent experience in the fitness industry.

3. Current nationally recognized certification in CPR.

4. Current Personal Training Certification

5. Current Group Fitness Certification

6. Must have the ability to relate professionally positively, and work cooperatively with residents, guests, families, and employees at all levels.

7. Able and willing to travel to other PHS communities.

8. Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.

9. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $22.48 - $27.67 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS's typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee's qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.