Kinesiologist - Vocational Services

Lifemark Health Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifemark Health Group is seeking a Kinesiologist in Edmonton, AB to promote client healing and improve recovery time. You will support participants in enhancing physical health and readiness for employment, leveraging movement and exercise science to develop personalized strategies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with program staff, delivering education, and connecting clients to community resources. A commitment to inclusive services and adaptability for diverse needs is essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in Kinesiology or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in kinesiology or related field is preferred.
• Registration with the provincial governing body for Kinesiologists is required.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions is preferred.
• Mindfulness or yoga experience is an asset.
• Commitment to inclusion and understanding of cultural diversity.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and supervise exercise, work conditioning and/or work hardening programs.
• Collaborate with clients to set and achieve functional goals.
• Conduct group orientations and individual education sessions with clients.
• Connect participants with community resources and government services.
• Timely report writing using current templates and standards.
• Maintain paper and electronic records and ensure secure file management.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Cultural sensitivity

Adaptability

Background check

Education

University degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Title: Kinesiologist

Department: Vocational Services

Reports to: Program Manager

Based Edmonton ,AB the Kinesiologist is integral in promoting our clients’ healing and improving recovery time. We believe when you move better, you feel better. This is at the heart of everything we do, and we are seeking a Kinesiologist who shares this same philosophy.

The Kinesiologist plays a pivotal role in the employment program by providing tailored support to participants aimed at enhancing their physical health and well-being, thereby optimizing their readiness for employment. Leveraging their expertise in human movement and exercise science, the Kinesiologist collaborates closely with program staff and participants to develop personalized strategies for improving physical fitness, reducing barriers to employment, and promoting overall health.

Ifyou’resomeone who thrives in ahelping environment, is eager to learn more, and is passionate about helping our clients get back to life, you belong here!

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, implement and supervise graded exercise, work conditioning and/or work hardening programs
• Work cooperatively with clients to set and achieve functional goals
• Conduct group orientation and education lectures and regular one-on-one education to clients
• Connecting participants withappropriate communityresources, available through the Government of Alberta, Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers
• Timely report writing, following current templates, guides, standards, and processes
• Record keeping andmaintainingpaper and electronic files

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of university Kinesiology degree program
• 2+ years of experience considered an asset
• Registration with theappropriate Provincialgoverning body for Kinesiologists isrequired
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, injuries, or chronic health conditions, preferably in a vocational rehabilitation or occupational health setting. Understanding of Vocational Rehabilitation an asset
• Experience withmindfulnessand/or yoga an asset
• An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity
• Sensitivity to learning limitations that may be present with participants
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills
• Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Security background checkrequired
• May berequiredto work evenings and/or weekends

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca