Fitness Instructor, SMART Program - Casual

VON Canada (Ontario); Gravenhurst; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is hiring a Fitness Instructor for their SMART Program in the Muskoka Lakes and Gravenhurst area. The role involves leading fitness classes for older adults, ensuring quality service delivery, and fostering client relationships, under the direction of a Program Coordinator. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience in group fitness and an understanding of health promotion for seniors.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in French/English is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults.
• Experience working in an assisted living environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Leads fitness classes to clients under direction of Program Coordinator.
• Participates in evaluation of service delivery process.
• Ensures incidents are reported in a timely manner.

Skills

Good communication

Active listening

Dependability

Trustworthiness

Education

High school graduate

CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Casual
Program Name: SMART Program
Work Schedule: Days
On-Call:No
Location(s):Muskoka Lakes and Gravenhurst area
Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

Job Summary:

The Fitness Instructor is responsible for leading fitness classes to clients under the direction of the Program Coordinator and/or Physiotherapist (PT) associated with theprogram and in line with the certification standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads fitness classes.
• Works toward fulfillment of client goals as outlined on assessment.
• Participates in an ongoing review of service delivery process and evaluation.
• Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by PT and/or coordinator.
• May provide fall prevention education as directed by Coordinator and/or regulated professionals.
• Reports any situations that are deemed inappropriate to their PT/coordinator.
• 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 Coordinator, Physiotherapist 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 isan 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.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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