Fitness Specialist - Teakneck, NJ

Fox Rehabilitation; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation company is seeking a dedicated Fitness Specialist to join their team in Teaneck, NJ. This role focuses on providing exercise programs for older adults post-rehabilitation, ensuring their functional levels are maintained. The ideal candidate will have a background in exercise science or personal training, along with a passion for improving the quality of life for seniors. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes excellence and innovation in rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• Routine travel to patient residences and between Senior Living Communities.
• Previous experience working with older adults in a proactive and wellness setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patients are prescribed exercise programs to maintain functional levels after discharge.
• Significant support provided for Fitness Specialists through leadership and clinical education.

Skills

Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors in Exercise Science

Kinesiology

Exercise Physiology

Certified Personal Trainer

Job description

FOX is seeking a top-caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in Teaneck, NJ. Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism. This position is Monday through Friday, 20-24 hours per week.

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:

1. Patient continuity: Patients are prescribed exercise programs to maintain functional levels after discharge from rehabilitation services.
2. 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 required by practice needs.
• 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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