Fitness Specialist - Arlington Heights, IL

Fox Rehabilitation; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Fox Rehabilitation seeks a Fitness Specialist in Springfield to develop exercise programs for older adults. This part-time role offers a supportive environment with leadership and education opportunities. Ideal candidates have a background in Exercise Science and previous experience with older populations.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant degree or certification as a fitness trainer.
• Experience with older adults in wellness settings preferred.
• Routine travel to patient residences is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain exercise programs for patients post-rehabilitation.
• Provide patient continuity and support from Fox's leadership team.
• Travel to various senior living communities as needed.

Skills

Exercise Science

Kinesiology

Exercise Physiology

Fitness Training

CPR

Basic Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology

Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE, ISSA)

Job description

FOX is seeking a top caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in theChurch Creek and Arlington Heights areas. Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism.This position is 8-10 hours per week.

Founded in 1998, FOX was the FIRSTprivate practice in the countryto provide outpatient rehabilitation services in anin-home setting for the older adult population.Helping patients restore the quality of life they deserve and desire, our focus is the rehabilitation of lives delivered through evidence-based therapy with innovative and proactive treatment.

The Fitness Specialistopportunity entails the following:

• Patient continuity:Patients are prescribed exercise programs to maintain functional levels after discharge from rehabilitation services.

• Excellent support system:Fox provides significant support for our Fitness Specialists through leadership, clinical education, and an assigned Program Manager.

If excellence is a priority to you and you desire to be part of a private practice that is revolutionizing the delivery of post-acute rehabilitation; you will feel right at home here.Text FOX to609-853-5114 to learn more about career opportunities!

Requirements:

• Must have one of the following: Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology;Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally recognized and accredited organization preferred (i.e., ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE, ISSA); or prior experience as a fitness trainer, with willingness to become a Certified Personal Trainer

• Routine travel to patient residences and between Senior Living Communities.

• Expand territory as needed.

• Travel as needed per practice requirements.

• CPR Certification

• Previous experience working with older adults in a proactive and wellness setting preferred.

• Basic computer skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Contact FOX Now!

Noel Styer, Career Specialist

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609-690-1589

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