Wellness Coach (Full-Time)

Yong-en Care Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Singapore seeks a dedicated individual to design and implement health programs for seniors. Responsibilities include planning fitness initiatives and conducting health coaching. A Certificate/Diploma in Sports and Exercise Sciences and at least 2 years of relevant experience are required. Candidates should be self-motivated and possess strong communication skills. The position demands flexibility with work hours to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement plans and programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and operate health programs for seniors.
• Design health-related programmes to support Gym Tonic.
• Conduct assessments and track programme data.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Time management

Team player

Education

Certificate / Diploma in Sports and Exercise Sciences

Job description

Reporting to Senior Manager of Elderly Services, the incumbent is responsible for:

Implementing health and fitness initiatives and programmes that align with Yong-en's objectives of delaying, reversing and managing frailty.

Participating in designing health and fitness programmes and providing health coaching that supports healthy ageing in the community.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the effective planning and operations of the Gym Tonic programme, Say No To Frailty (SNTF), a programme for pre-frail seniors and SOAR (Stay Optimal Active Robust), a training programme to address functional, cardio, endurance, flexibility and mobility needs.
• Design and implement health-related programmes to augment the Gym Tonic programme
• Support the Senior Manager to review and align programme to Yong-en's objectives and effectiveness in delaying, reversing and managing frailty.
• Manage programme registration, attendance, scheduling, utilisation and Gym Tonic membership promotion, publicity and retention
• Participate in the design, development and implementation of health and fitness programmes and their sustainability.
• Support documentation and tracking of data for programme monitoring and evaluation
• Conduct 12-week progressive Gymtonic programme with pre-admission assessments to post assessments and reports
• Educate and motivate the elderly to improve their overall health literacy and advice on exercise
• Develop protocols and training materials for health coaching
• Maintain the state-of-the-art hydraulic fitness equipment for safety and efficiency and implement infection control and compliance procedures
• Coordinate with Lien Foundation and other organisations for programme executive, research initiatives and communication and feedback management from stakeholders
• Support development of community outreach plan to other organisations and the community
• Handle public inquiries and undertake any other projects or duties assigned by the Director

Job Requirements

• Certificate / Diploma in Sports and Exercise Sciences or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Precise attention to detail.
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach.
• Ability to make autonomous decisions within the remit of the role.
• Ability to multi-task and think creatively when confronted with a new situation.
• Confidentiality and discretion.
• Good planning and time management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement plans and programs, develop and improve processes and procedures.
• Proficient in English and able to communicate in dialects with non-English/Mandarin speaking clients.
• Knowledgeable, energetic and passionate about working with seniors.
• Strong team player, resourceful and systematic.
• Work Schedule on weekdays, Sat 9am to 1pm, and flexible to work additional hours as required based on operational needs.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.