Fitness Director

475 MANAGEMENT; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

475 MANAGEMENT in Roseville, CA is seeking an experienced Fitness Director to design, implement and oversee engaging fitness and wellness programs for residents in a senior living community.

You will lead group and individual activities, supervise staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with clinical and support teams to promote mobility, independence and social engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current nationally recognized group fitness, personal training, or senior fitness certification.
• CPR, AED, and first aid certification, or ability to obtain before leading programs.
• Experience delivering fitness or wellness programs and working with older adults or varying functional abilities.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate exercise principles, fall-prevention practices, and safe use of fitness equipment.
• Strong communication, organization, leadership, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and accurate records.
• Ability to satisfy background and health screenings, training, and other employment requirements.
• Two+ years of experience in senior living, active aging, rehabilitation, community wellness, or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead fitness programs for older adults, including strength, balance, mobility, and fall-prevention activities.
• Conduct resident fitness orientations and assessments and set goals.
• Modify exercises to accommodate varying abilities while maintaining dignity and safety.
• Maintain a varied wellness calendar and coordinate with departments.
• Supervise fitness staff, instructors, or volunteers and manage program budgets.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, life enrichment, dining, and other departments.
• Build relationships with residents and encourage participation through respectful communication.
• Prepare schedules, lead classes, and support community events related to health and wellness.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Organization

Program planning

Fall-prevention

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Group fitness certification

Personal training certification

Senior fitness certification

CPR/AED/First aid certification

Job description

SUMMARYThe Fitness Director develops, implements, and oversees safe, engaging, and inclusive fitness and wellness programs for residents of a senior living community. This position promotes mobility, strength, balance, independence, and social connection while adapting activities to a wide range of abilities and health considerations. The Fitness Director partners with residents, families, community leadership, and appropriate clinical or wellness professionals to support resident well-being and a positive community experience.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIESThe essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Design and lead individual and group fitness programs appropriate for older adults, including strength, balance, flexibility, mobility, cardiovascular conditioning, and fall-prevention activities.Conduct resident fitness orientations and assessments within the scope of the position; identify goals, functional considerations, and appropriate program options.Modify exercises and equipment use to accommodate varying abilities while maintaining resident dignity, choice, and safety.Develop and maintain a varied wellness calendar that supports resident interests, participation, and community engagement.Provide clear instruction on proper technique, safe equipment use, hydration, and general exercise precautions.Monitor participants during activities, respond appropriately to signs of distress, and follow emergency and incident-reporting procedures.Maintain clean, organized, and safe fitness spaces; inspect equipment regularly and coordinate repairs or replacement when needed.Track participation, program outcomes, and resident feedback; use findings to improve offerings and report results to community leadership.Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation through respectful, person-centered communication.Collaborate with nursing, therapy, life enrichment, dining, and other departments, as appropriate, to coordinate wellness initiatives while respecting privacy and role boundaries.Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise fitness staff, instructors, contractors, or volunteers when assigned.Manage the fitness program budget, supplies, and vendor relationships in accordance with community policies.Stay current on senior-fitness practices, applicable regulations, organizational policies, and professional standards.Support community events, educational programs, tours, and outreach activities related to health and wellness.Perform other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position.COLLABORATIONAssist other Departments: Assist Vitality, Marketing, and Wellness departments in programming, business endeavors, and care plan collaboration to enhance resident wellness.Fill in for Vitality: To ensure residents receive the expected programming, fill in for Vitality activities and/or bus driving, if needed.Provide Support: Support the sales and marketing team with resident testimonials, class photos, social media content and/or posts, fitness activities for events/tours, and promotional videos.Prospects: Meet with prospects to discuss how the fitness program can improve their well-being, longevity, and independence.Attend Monthly Team Meetings: Connect with sister community staff and the Corporate DOV to share ideas and successful programs.Collaborate on Quarterly Business Plans: Work with all Directors to develop and share plans.COMMUNITY SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESExercise Supervision and Program Design: Conduct fitness assessments, customize programs, ensure safety, and stay current with fitness trends.Administration and Operations: Oversee fitness center operations, create reports, maintain standards, promote fitness services, and ensure equipment maintenance.Group Exercise & Personal Training: Prepare schedules, teach classes, personal train residents in AL, IL, and PEAK Memory Care, schedule specialty fitness classes, and lead community walking groups.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESResident Engagement: Provide superior service, create personalized exercise programs, lead group classes, and adapt to resident needs.Professionalism: Design, implement, and evaluate fitness programs, health presentations, and group classes. Maintain dependability, collaborate with staff, participate in development opportunities, and maintain certifications. Maintain a clean and well-organized fitness center and equipment.Planning and Promoting: Create monthly Fitness Calendars and provide Fitness content for a Monthly NewsletterPhysical RequirementsWith or without reasonable accommodation, the employee must be able to demonstrate exercises; stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the community for extended periods; communicate clearly with residents and team members; operate standard fitness equipment; and assist with the setup and movement of program supplies. The role may require lifting or moving equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific requirements should be evaluated and adjusted to reflect the community’s equipment, programs, and applicable law.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Current nationally recognized group fitness, personal training, or senior fitness certification.Current CPR, AED, and first aid certification, or ability to obtain before independently leading programs.Experience delivering fitness or wellness programs and working with older adults or individuals with varying functional abilities.Knowledge of age-appropriate exercise principles, fall-prevention practices, and safe use of fitness equipment.Strong communication, organization, leadership, and customer-service skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and accurate records.Ability to satisfy applicable background screening, health screening, training, and other employment requirements.Two or more years of experience in senior living, active aging, rehabilitation, community wellness, or a related setting.