Fitness Specialist – Bilingual

Hispanic Business Center; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,697 - 29,825; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings contributions

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Cleveland is seeking a Fitness Specialist to support fitness activities and promote wellness. In this role, you will supervise exercise sessions, monitor safety, deliver group fitness classes, and implement engagement programs. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, prior fitness center experience, and strong communication skills. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field and certifications such as BLS. This position works rotating shifts with weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a fitness center environment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• Ability to engage and motivate diverse fitness levels.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide exercise activities safely.
• Monitor participants during workouts for technique.
• Create and implement gym engagement programs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Exercise safety understanding

Program design

Goal setting

Motivating individuals

Knowledge of health promotion

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

This is a wonderful way to share your knowledge with the community and work with many diverse types of medical conditions that other fitness centers normally do not see. The Fitness Specialist supports daily operations at the Smart Gym by facilitating safe, effective fitness activities and programs. This role engages patients, employees, and community members in achieving health and wellness goals through structured fitness education and support.

A caregiver in this position works rotating shifts, 8:00am—2:00pm or 12:00pm—7:00pm with some weekend requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide exercise activities in a safe, motivating environment
• Monitor participants during workouts to ensure proper technique and safety
• Deliver and assist with group fitness classes (as needed)
• Create and implement incentive programs to drive gym engagement and retention
• Educate members on class formats, purpose, and expected outcomes
• Support departmental projects and additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year experience in a fitness center environment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of exercise safety, program design, and goal setting
• Can engage and motivate individuals of diverse fitness levels
• Knowledge of health promotion and wellness programming
• Critical thinking and independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility in a fast-pace or evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Health Science, or related field
• First Aid Certification
• Fluent in Spanish
• ACE (American Council on Exercise) or CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification
• Background in program development, group fitness, or exercise testing

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver, carry, lift, bend, stoop, swim, walk and sit for extended periods of time.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.75
Maximum hourly: $21.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug-free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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