Fitness Trainer

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Whitehouse Station (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunterdon Health in New Jersey seeks a fitness professional to assess clients, design personalized exercise plans, and orient members on proper equipment use. You will emphasize safety and effective instruction to help clients reach their goals.

The role requires strong fitness testing, clear exercise prescriptions, and reliable appointment flow; CPR/First Aid are required, and a personal training certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, or related field and/or accredited certification.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required (within 60 days).
• Personal training certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains quality fitness assessment skills by performing focused, professional appointments for members.
• Develops exercise routines for members that are appropriate for their fitness level and goals.
• Supports retention and actively participates in participant recruitment for exercise programs.
• Manages time to ensure appointments run on schedule and smoothly.
• Performs regular housekeeping and proactive maintenance inspections.

Skills

Fitness testing

Exercise prescription

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Adult Fitness, or related field

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Job description

Position Summary

Performs fitness assessments, develops exercise programs, and orients clientele on proper use of equipment. Provides assistance to ensure exercise safety.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Maintains quality fitness assessment skills by performing focused, professional appointments for members.


2. Develops exercise routines for members that are appropriate for their fitness level and/or accommodates special considerations to reach their desired goal.


3. Recognizes importance of retention and actively participates in participant recruitment for exercise incentive programs.


4. Exhibits professional time-management skills to ensure the fitness appointments scheduled are executed on time to guarantee a seamless flow of appointments.


5. Performs regular housekeeping and proactive maintenance inspections.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Adult Fitness, or related field AND/OR certification from an accredited agency for Personal Training or Exercise Specialist as Recognized by Medical Fitness Association and NCCA.

Preferred:

None

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

None

Preferred:

At least one year of experience in a fitness facility, including basic fitness testing and exercise prescription

License, Registry or Certification

Required:

• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or must be completed within 60 days of hire)

Preferred:

• Personal training certification

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

Required:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent skills in fitness testing and exercise prescription and thorough knowledge of exercise equipment.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).