Fitness Specialist

Cascades Verdae; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stratford is seeking a dedicated Wellness Instructor to implement wellness programming and deliver fitness classes for residents in Carmel, IN. The role emphasizes safety, HIPAA-informed care, and supportive health education within a geriatric community.

The incumbent will design and lead group exercise sessions, track attendance, and coordinate with the Wellness Coordinator and care teams to promote residents' physical and mental well-being.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Competent in using electronic records and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Designs and leads fitness classes tailored to campus residents.
• Ensures safety and progression in all wellness activities.
• Maintains attendance records and reports data to the Wellness Coordinator.
• Educates participants on infection prevention and safety practices.
• Collaborates with clinicians, families, and departments as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Group Exercise Certification

ACSM/ACE/AEA/AFAA certification desirable

CPR certification

Job description

The Stratford | TS - The Stratford
2460 Glebe St
Carmel, IN 46032, USA

Description

AtThe Stratford, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work- and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose The Stratford?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork:We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference:Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment:Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

This position instructs classes, promotes safety and health education, and supports design and implementation of an all-inclusive wellness program that addresses the components of physical fitness and health related to the geriatric community.

We look forward to meeting you soon!

POSITION SUMMARY: Implementation of wellness programming and delivery of wellness classes according to the specific needs / programs of the campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
• Implements standards of exercise, wellness and senior health on the campus while operating the wellness components in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the governing body in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Designs and leads fitness based classes specific to the campus population. Instructs classes or routines based on the determined level, health and mobility of the resident in order for the resident to gain in physical / mental health or to maintain current physical or mental status.
• Ensures the safety and proper progression of residents participating in all responsible classes.
• Maintains daily attendance records for all classes and progression of residents participating in the classes instructed. Reports this data to the Wellness Coordinator.
• Coordinates wellness and exercise opportunities with community agencies, physicians, families, residents, consultants, and other departments within the campus, if needed.
• Educates fitness participants as to self-protection from infectious diseases and promotes other safety precautions.
• Communicates with the Wellness Coordinator, Administrator, other staff, or health care professionals any changes in resident conditions or abnormal behavior .
• Assists residents in transferring or ambulating as necessary to participate in wellness classes .
• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing.
• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds independently.
• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

TRAVEL: No travel is expected, although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school education or equivalent
• Group Exercise Certification required.
• Certifications from ACSM, ACE, AEA, or AFAA desired.
• Certification in CPR required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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