Fitness Instructor- The Village at Sherman Oaks

Company Description

For over 37 years, Senior Resource Group-SRG has been an innovator in the development and operation of senior living communities across the USA. Our experience and passion has helped us win many awards for innovative community design, excellent service and exceptional care. 

Job Description

Wage Range: $25-$28/hour

This is a fun job with lots of resident interaction. You will create, coordinate, and direct health and fitness programs to benefit residents' physical and psychosocial well-being. Fitness should be fun and engaging; our residents appreciate your passion and look forward to your classes each day!

Essential Duties:

• Develop and promote fitness program, including a wide variety of internal and external opportunities for wellness for all residents.
• Gather ongoing feedback from residents concerning fitness activities and adjust programs to meet resident needs. 
• Introduce new programs, fitness activities, equipment, and materials to residents.
• Manage the procurement, care, and maintenance of all fitness supplies and equipment. Work with Programs Director to control costs and manage the fitness/activities program budget.
• Prepare and conduct all fitness activities as scheduled on the daily calendar and as directed by Programs Director.
• Contribute to development of the monthly calendar of programs/activities.
• Keep activity areas clean, organized and presentable at all times.
• Prepare, evaluate and chart fitness activity documentation on each resident according to State and Federal regulations.
• Work with Programs Director to successfully manage Activities Assistants.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer skills.
• Experience in teaching aerobics, step, strength, and conditioning preferred
• Positive and upbeat attitude to motivate residents to join fitness classes
• Group training experience preferred
• 1-2 years relevant experience as a Fitness Instructor
• First aid and CPR certified
• Must hold applicable Certified Fitness Trainer Certifications (ex ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, etc)

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Senior Resource Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position. 

Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of Senior Resource Group unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular office in accordance with applicable state and local law.