Vitality Fitness Program Assistant

Company Description

Vitality is a supervised exercise program located at the Institute for Human Performance on Irving Ave in Syracuse. The program primarily supports adults aged 60 and older, including those with orthopedic, neurologic, neuromuscular, or other chronic health conditions, as well as individuals from the general population seeking structured fitness guidance. Vitality Fitness Program focuses on creating individualized exercise plans to help participants improve strength, cardiovascular fitness, balance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each plan is tailored to align with personal goals, functional abilities, and health needs. The facility is equipped with a wide range of exercise machines, resistance equipment, and functional training tools.

Role Description

The Vitality Fitness Program Assistant role is a part-time contract, on-site position in Syracuse, NY. The Program Assistant will support the delivery of individualized fitness programs by assisting participants during exercise sessions, monitoring safety, and providing instruction on proper techniques. Responsibilities also include maintaining and organizing exercise equipment, assisting with administrative tasks, and helping to manage daily program operations. Currently, operating hours are M-Th 8:30am-12:30pm, and F 8:45am-11:45am.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills; ability to explain and demonstrate exercises and provide feedback to participants
• Administrative assistance skills, such as scheduling, record-keeping, and data entry
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a healthcare-related discipline required
• Passion for working with older adults and individuals with chronic conditions
• Applies strong critical-thinking skills to make balanced, well-reasoned decisions
• Experience in program management or providing support for fitness-related initiatives
• CPR/AED certification required