Fitness Instructor (RPT 0.4)

VON Canada; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Fitness Instructor, where you will lead engaging fitness classes for seniors, helping them achieve their health and wellness goals. This part-time role offers the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults through physical activity and education. You will work closely with a supportive supervisor and have the opportunity to contribute to a renowned organization committed to community care. If you are passionate about fitness and enjoy working with seniors, this role is perfect for you, providing a fulfilling experience in a friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Must have CCAA Certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire.
• 2+ years experience teaching fitness classes for seniors is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead fitness classes for senior clients under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in ongoing service delivery evaluations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Active listening skills

Dependability

Trustworthiness

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Calmness in unexpected situations

Education

High school graduate

CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor

Experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults

Job description

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-Time (0.4 FTE)
Program Name: Exercise and Falls Prevention
Number of Bi-Weekly Hours: 30
Work Schedule: Days
On-Call: No
Job Summary:

The Fitness Instructor is responsible for leading fitness classes to senior clients under the direction of the Program Supervisor and/or Registered Kinesiologist associated with the program and in line with the certification standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads fitness classes.
• Works toward fulfillment of client goals as outlined on assessment.
• Participates in on-going review of service delivery process and evaluation.
• Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by Supervisor.
• May provide fall prevention education as directed by Supervisor / Regulated Professional.
• Reports any situations that are deemed inappropriate to their Supervisor.
• Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures.
• Reports any defect in any equipment which may endanger themselves or others.
• Functions and reports in compliance with the OHS legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Frequent interaction with Supervisor and clients.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• High school graduate.
• CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor and/or equivalent is required at the time of hire or within 3 months from time of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults including experience teaching specialized classes for chronic conditions i.e. Osteoporosis, Parkinson Disease, Diabetes, Osteoarthritis etc. is an asset.
• Experience promoting health and well-being through physical activity.
• Experience working in an assisted living environment i.e. recreation therapy is an asset.
• Bilingual in French/English is an asset.

Skill Requirements:

• Respect for privacy and confidentiality.
• Dependability and trustworthiness.
• Good communication and active listening skills.
• Capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Other:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle Insurance.
• Current criminal background check including a vulnerable sector screen is required.
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

About the company

VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) is Canada's largest, national, not-for-profit, charitable home and community care organization. Support us today! www.GiveToVON.ca