What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Boxing Coach/Trainer position at The Goodman Group, LLC?
The Inn on Westport offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care with a total of 133 residences. This vibrant senior living community has been a part of the Sioux Falls area since 1996. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service®.
The Rock Steady Boxing Program Coach plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide programs supporting the Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) program for residents with Parkinson’s disease under the direction of the Rock Steady Boxing Program Director.
This is a PART-TIME POSITION on Thursdays and Fridays!
Essential Job Functions
Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.
Physical Requirements - The Physical activities of this position involve:
The Rock Steady Boxing Program Coach plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide programs supporting the Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) program for residents with Parkinson’s disease under the direction of the Rock Steady Boxing Program Director.
This is a PART-TIME POSITION on Thursdays and Fridays!
Essential Job Functions
- Lead group boxing classes using Rock Steady Boxing techniques in workouts developed by the Rock Steady Boxing Program Director.
- Administer required assessments and track boxer progress within recommended timeframes.
- Facilitate in-person classes and virtual (as needed) to accommodate the needs of the boxers.
- Assist boxers with set-up, equipment use, and movement during classes.
- Monitor participants for safety, fatigue, and signs of distress; modify exercises as needed.
- Track participation for classes and in facility overall.
- Prepare the gym before each class. Set up equipment based off of the daily curriculum and assist boxers as they prepare for class.
- Manage inventory and replenish when needed.
- Oversee volunteers and students and assist them as needed when they are volunteering and/or observing a class.
- Attend RSB-related special events and participate in community events which feature RSB.
- Ensure clean and safe operating conditions in accordance with applicable regulations and standards by maintaining the fitness center and equipment.
- Sanitize and put all equipment away following each class.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
- Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
- Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
- Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
- Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
- Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
- Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field preferred or a minimum or two years of industry related work experience required.
- Must be willing to attend a Rock Steady Boxing coaches certification training (virtual or in person).
- Working knowledge of physical and cognitive disabilities. Knowledge of PD preferred.
- Certifications in personal training and/or exercise sport science required.
- Fluent in English, verbal and written
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements, however, will oversee volunteers and students when they are visiting the community.
Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.
Physical Requirements - The Physical activities of this position involve:
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs. at times
- Alternating between standing and sitting
- Push/Pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- May be crouching or kneeling at times