Fitness Specialist - Shelton, CT

Fox Rehabilitation; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation practice seeks a part-time Fitness Specialist in Shelton, CT. The role focuses on helping older adults maintain functional fitness after discharge from rehabilitation, requiring clear qualifications in exercise science or certification. Join a pioneering practice dedicated to quality care.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's in a fitness-related field or equivalent certification.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Experience working with older adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain fitness programs for patients post-rehabilitation.
• Travel to patient residences and between Senior Living Communities as needed.
• Provide excellent support for patients in maintaining functional levels.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology

Certified Personal Trainer

Job description

FOX is seeking a top caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in theShelton, CT area. Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism.

This position is a part time/new position, helping to build our fitness program.

Monday - Friday. 1:1s & Small Groups.

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!

Brittany Landing, Career Specialist

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609-529-6749

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In Connecticut, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.50 - $27.75 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.