Fitness Specialist - Morris Plains, NJ

Fox Rehabilitation; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dedicated Fitness Specialist to join their innovative team. This role focuses on developing personalized exercise programs for older adults, ensuring they maintain their functional levels post-rehabilitation. With a strong support system in place, including clinical education and leadership, you'll be empowered to make a significant impact in the lives of your patients. If you are passionate about wellness and eager to join a company that values excellence and proactive care, this opportunity is perfect for you. Start your rewarding career today and help revolutionize rehabilitation services!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or certified personal trainer preferred.
• Experience with older adults in a wellness setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement exercise programs for patients post-rehabilitation.
• Provide support and education to patients and their families.

Skills

Patient care

Exercise program design

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor in Exercise Science

Certified Personal Trainer

Kinesiology

Exercise Physiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FOX is seeking a top caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in the West Morris Plains, NJ area. Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism.

Please note - this position is 22.5 hours per week with possibility to increase.

Founded in 1998, FOX was the FIRST private practice in the country to provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-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 Specialist opportunity 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 to 609-853-5114 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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