Fitness Coordinator

Erickson Senior Living; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits packages

Education assistance

401k with company contribution

Free onsite parking

Wellness visits for employees

Job summary

A leading senior living provider in Silver Spring is seeking a Fitness Coordinator to develop and manage fitness programs for seniors. The ideal candidate will have experience in fitness evaluations and a strong commitment to building relationships with residents. This full-time role offers competitive hourly compensation and a supportive workplace culture focused on health and well-being.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification is mandatory.
• Knowledge of medication and risk factors essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily operations of the Fitness Center.
• Schedule appointments and process membership agreements.
• Promote and coordinate exercise programs.
• Maintain effective membership retention program.
• Network within the community for referrals.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Relationship building

Fitness evaluation

Education

Associate’s degree in Health Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Fitness Coordinator

Location: Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living (Silver Spring, Maryland)

We are hiring a Fitness Coordinator who will bring energy and enthusiasm to our team! The Fitness Coordinator is responsible for the development and management of fitness programs and measurement tools for seniors in the community.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Assisting Manager in monitoring the daily operations of the Fitness Center.
• Scheduling appointments, processing membership agreements.
• Assisting with the promotion, coordination, and implementation of exercise programs.
• Developing and maintaining an effective membership retention program.
• Developing a network within the community and making appropriate referrals to other services.
• Assisting in the training of new department employees.
• Building relationships with residents and staff, encouraging physical activity.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $24-$27 per hour, based on experience.
• Gated community with 24/7 security.
• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and PTO in accordance with applicable state law.
• 401k for all employees 18 and over. Company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
• A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset; our employees.
• Free onsite parking at all of our communities and corporate offices.
• A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our values, vision, and mission.

What You Will Need

• Associate’s degree in Health Education field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 years of related work experience.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Experience in evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
• Knowledge of prescription, medications, and risk factors is essential.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work‑life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care