Fitness Instructor, SMART Program

thehealthline.ca; Windsor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Fitness Instructor for the SMART Program. The role involves leading fitness classes, ensuring client goals are met, and participating in evaluations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant fitness certification, and experience with older adults. This position requires good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults.
• Experience promoting health through physical activity.
• Bilingual in French/English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Leads fitness classes and works toward client goals.
• Participates in service delivery review and evaluation.
• Reports incidents and equipment defects promptly.

Skills

Good communication

Active listening

Dependability

Trustworthiness

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Capacity to remain calm

Education

High school graduate

CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor

Job description

Our nurses, personal support workers, therapists and other health-care providers deliver care and services that offer clinical, personal and social support in homes and communities across Nova Scotia and Ontario.

Position: Fitness Instructor, SMART Program

Description: 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 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 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 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.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Salary: To be negotiated

Terms of Employment: Contract

How to Apply: https://jobs.jobvite.com/von/job/ozDZvfwq