Fitness Specialist - Teaneck, NJ

Fox Rehabilitation; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in outpatient rehabilitation services is seeking a Fitness Specialist in Teaneck, NJ. This role focuses on prescribing exercise programs for older adults, offering significant support through leadership and education. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Exercise Science or experience in fitness training, enjoying travel to patient locations.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelors in Exercise Science or similar, or be a certified trainer.
• Previous experience with older adults in a wellness setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe exercise programs for patients after rehabilitation discharge.
• Provide support through clinical education and assigned Program Manager.

Skills

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:

• 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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609-690-1589

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In New Jersey, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.00 - $27.75 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.