Fitness Coordinator

BACKGROUND

At 2Life Communities, our mission is to create opportunities for all older adults to live full lives of connection

and purpose in dynamic, supportive environments.

 As we evolve to meet the diverse needs of our residents, we invite you to be a part of an exciting new

venture.

 We are proud to introduce Opus Newton—a groundbreaking model of community for older adults who fall

in between qualifying for subsidized housing and being able to afford the very high-end market offerings.

Set on the JCC Campus in Newton and physically connected to 2Life Community’s Coleman House, Opus

Newton is an inclusive, welcoming community. A defining, unique element is the focus on volunteering as a

community-building tool. All Opus residents agree to volunteer at least 10 hours/month. In addition, there

are beautifully-landscaped terraces with a cafe, cultural arts and learning spaces, fitness areas, patios, and

gardens. Walking trails link our campus to the JCC, Newton Community Farm, and Nahanton Park.

 We are looking for passionate leaders who embody the spirit of the Opus community - a culture of

inclusivity, warmth, and respect. This is a unique opportunity to help shape Opus Newton into a welcoming

and engaging home for all its residents.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Fitness team members engage Nahanton Campus residents in a meaningful experience, offering diverse

exercise classes, health, wellness, and expressive therapy programs that contribute to healthy aging.  The

Fitness Specialist works directly with residents in group classes, small group training, personal training, and

via one-on-one sessions to support their fitness goals, with a focus on building strength and fall prevention.

The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Facilitate and lead daily exercise classes for residents; upgrade and modify the level of exercise classes where appropriate to accommodate resident needs
• Assess resident competency, both cognitive and physical, by conducting evaluations before resident participation in the Fitness & Wellness gym usage program
• Provide direct supervision for gym usage where appropriate
• Keep regular and up-to-date records on class attendance, falls and other important metrics in
• Salesforce, 2Life’s resident data platform
• Provide personal training as part of resident wellness integration plans, as needed and where appropriate
• Collect and update relevant fitness-related information for residents using the gym
• Facilitate the resident gym key entry program for safe, independent gym usage, and follow-through on exercise and rehab protocols in collaboration with resident’s physicians, PT’s, and OT’s
• Work closely to schedule and coordinate outside vendors who will teach classes for residents (yoga, zumba, etc.). 
• Participate in continuing education to stay current on best practices and research related to healthy aging, including exercise, health, wellness, and nutrition
• Collaborate with campus, resident-facing program staff to develop resident-centric programs
• Participate in program evaluation

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Health & Fitness required
• Personal Training Certification Required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, bilingual or multilingual in Russian, Spanish, Mandarin, is a plus
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with older adults, including those with cognitive or physical impairments
• Ability to listen and establish trust and remain non-judgmental
• Good organization skills, including the ability to work independently and maintain accurate records
• Computer literate- Google Workspace, & Salesforce
• Group Exercise certification (not required)                                                                                                              

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, stretch, stand, and lift (fitness) equipment up to 20 pounds.
• The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday

Beyond the Paycheck: Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We don’t just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30% in value on top of your base salary.

Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.

Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).

Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.

Family-Friendly: Inclusion for your " 1" and dependents, plus Pet Insurance for your furry family members.

The above statements intend to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities and duties.

We desire to build and cultivate an environment that brings together an exceptional workforce with unique experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case