Fitness Representative

Allina Health; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO

Retirement

Life Insurance

Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Allina Health’s Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute seeks a Fitness Representative to develop and deliver exercise programs for clients with neurological impairments. You will assess clients and implement Activity Based Exercise and Locomotor Training under supervision, adapting plans as needed to support independence and safety.

This role emphasizes hands-on training, teamwork with therapists, and the use of specialized equipment with a focus on improving mobility and overall well-being in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
• 2 to 5 years in developing exercise programs.
• Must meet at least one of the requirements below: BLS certification (American Heart Association/Red Cross) or in-house training or ACSM Health Fitness Specialist within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activity based exercise programs.
• Follow individual exercise plans.
• Deliver locomotor training and therapeutic exercise.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Cues and support for gait, trunk, hips and limbs.
• Operate body weight support systems and treadmill settings.
• Develop fitness programming based on client assessment.

Skills

Exercise program development

Client assessment

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health/Exercise Science

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Location Address: 3915 Golden Valley Rd Minneapolis, MN 55422-4249 Date Posted: October 06, 2026 Department: 31602010 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute NeuroRecovery Network Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8/12 combo shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

At Courage Kenny, we offer Fitness Representative professionals the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You’ll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day.

Key Position Details

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8/12 combo day/evening shifts (evening shifts go as late as 7:00pm)
• No weekends
• Exercise fitness for clients living with neurological impairments
• Lifeguard experience a plus!

Job Description

Develops and delivers fitness and exercise programs based on client assessment. This includes Activity Based Exercise programs, Locomotor training, functional electrical stimulation ergometry and other programs.

Principal Responsibilities

• Deliver activity based exercise programs.
• Follow individual exercise plan determined by Activity Based Exercise Specialist.
• Deliver over ground activities, strengthening and cardiovascular exercises.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Deliver Locomotor Training to clients.
• Implement Locomotor Training using designated equipment.
• Cue and assist the lower extremities through gait sequence.
• Provide cues and support for trunk and hips.
• Utilize computer for body weight support, treadmill speed, and recognition of proper techniques of team members and client.
• Deliver Functional Electrical Stimulation ergometry for upper and lower extremities to clients.
• Conduct and develop fitness programming based on client assessment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation 2 to 5 years in developing exercise programs

Licenses/Certifications

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
• Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Fitness Specialist Certification (or equivalent) from American College of Sports Medicine within 1 Year preferred Physical Demands Medium Work:

Physical Demands

Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

$23.22 to $31.83 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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