Fitness Instructor

Presbyterian Senior Living; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Fitness Center Assistant to enhance the well-being of residents through engaging activities. This role involves planning and implementing a variety of wellness programs focused on physical health. The ideal candidate will have experience in aquatic therapy and fitness assessments, along with a passion for working with older adults. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and offers excellent benefits, career development, and a supportive environment. If you are driven to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with aquatic therapy and health/fitness center preferred.
• Experience working with older adults and previous healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing wellness activities related to fitness.
• Instruct residents on the use of fitness equipment in both group and individual settings.

Skills

Aquatic Therapy

Health/Fitness Assessment

Experience with Older Adults

Healthcare Experience

Job description

Compensation from $16 - $18 - (based upon experience)

Status/Shift: Part Time: 9am - 3pm; PRN Available

No weekends & No holidays

Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity and connectedness in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind and spirit for all that live within our communities.

If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you!

The Fitness Center Assistant is responsible for the implementation of planned resident activities and encourage resident participation. Planned activities should focus on improving the physical well-being of residents.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience with aquatic therapy preferred
• Health/fitness center experience preferred
• Proven health/fitness assessment skills preferred
• Experience working with older adults preferred
• Previous healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Assists with developing, planning and implementing a complete schedule of wellness activities; related to the pool, spa and fitness center.
• Instructs 1:1 or in a group setting, to use all fitness equipment.
• Verify receipt of physician clearance forms and maintain participant files.
• Collaborate with housekeeping team and maintenance team to ensure that the Fitness Center’s cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Maintains a safe work environment and exhibits safe work practices.
• Interacts cooperatively with residents, families, visitors and other team members.