What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness Specialist position at Living Branches?
Fitness Specialist at Dock Woods!
Part Time – 10 hours per week
Come Live & Grow – Together!
We are looking for a Fitness Specialist to join our team at Dock Woods!
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and coordinating fitness programs that keep our residents happy and healthy in all areas of fitness and aquatics. Being a part of a senior living team, you will be an integral component for resident well-being, comfort, and safety.
Fitness Specialist Overview:
· Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff to foster a supportive environment
· Maintain accurate records and documentation as required by the organization
- Support residents in their daily activities, promoting engagement and well-being.
- Energetic and enthusiastic personality with the ability to encourage active resident participation
- Design, lead, and implement fitness programs for residents with special medical needs (e.g. post-rehab, diabetes, orthopedic limitations, etc.)
- Conduct fitness and movement assessments.
- Instruct land /aquatic class programming geared for residents of senior living communities, focusing on fall prevention and quality of life.
- Educate members on safe movement patterns, posture, and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitor resident progress, adjust programs as needed and document outcomes.
- Strong assessment and program design abilities
- Team-oriented with a compassionate and motivational approach
- High School Diploma
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Required)
- Certified Personal Trainer or Certified Group Exercise (Required)
At Living Branches, a community with a 5-star CMS rating, our roots run deep! Our core values put people before profit! If you’re looking for a career in a friendly, welcoming place where you can make a difference, come join our team!!
Benefits:
- Certifications in dementia strategies, Montessori programs, and other paid trainings
- Employee holiday and summer parties
- Employee discount for meals
- Free membership to onsite fitness center
- Employee Appreciation Initiatives
Living Branches is an equal opportunity employer that employs over 700 team members and has more than 1,400 residents at three locations in Pennsylvania.
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17