Fitness Trainer/Instructor

Winchester Gardens; Newark Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

401(k) matching

Life Insurance

FSA

Voluntary benefits

Referral programs

EAP

Wellness programs

Tuition aid

Career development

Job summary

Winchester Gardens in Maplewood, NJ is seeking an experienced Fitness Trainer/Instructor for a full-time role. You will supervise the fitness center, lead wellness programs, and provide excellent customer service to residents and staff.

Responsibilities include organizing operations, instructing residents in strength and cardio, ensuring safety, maintaining records, and coordinating with the LivWell Director on program improvements. CPR/AED certified is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in health, fitness, or wellness field preferred.
• Experience in an active older adult retirement community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist residents and staff at the fitness center.
• Develop, organize, and direct ongoing fitness operations.
• Train residents on equipment use in group or individual classes.
• Maintain safety and ensure compliance with policies.
• Inspect facilities and equipment daily for safety.
• Track residents' attendance and program participation.
• Complete shift tasks including cleaning of equipment.
• Report hazards or limitations to the LivWell Director.
• Collaborate to implement program changes.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Group instruction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in Health, Fitness or Wellness-related field

Job description

Winchester Gardens
333 Elmwood Ave
Maplewood, NJ 07040, USA

Description

Winchester Gardens is seeking an experienced Fitness Trainer/Instructor to join our team!

Winchester Gardens is a Springpoint Senior Living community located in Maplewood, NJ. We are seeking a full-time Fitness Trainer/Instructor to join our team. At Springpoint, the Fitness Trainer/Instructor is responsible for providing a high level of customer service while supervising the usage of the Fitness Center and/or leading any related community fitness and wellness programs.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome, greet and provide assistance with regard to fitness center to residents or staff.
• Under the direction of the LivWell Director, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the ongoing operations of the fitness center and all related programming.
• Train, teach and/or instruct residents and possibly staff how to properly use/operate a variety of strength training and cardiovascular equipment, individually or in a group exercise class.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all policies and procedures concerning available fitness facilities and programs.
• Inspect the fitness center, all fitness equipment and pool area daily to ensure safety and compliance with current applicable regulations.
• Maintain records of the residents’ use of, and attendance in, any/all fitness and aquatic programming
• Complete all assignments during shift which may include cleaning and maintaining equipment.
• Inform LivWell Director or other department directors, as required, of potential hazards related to facility conditions or the physical limitations of its users.
• Work with the LivWell Director and the community as necessary to implement recommended changes as required.
• Attend and actively participate in all mandatory staff meetings and training sessions.
• Thoroughly complete any/all incident reports, report all injuries, and/or equipment problems to LivWell Director or appropriate department director.

Education and Experience:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent required
• College degree and/or nationally recognized Certification in Health, Fitness or Wellness-related field
• Experience working in an active older adult retirement community, physical therapy department and/or medical or hospital-cased fitness program preferred
• Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications as required at all times

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match (Once Eligible)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (including DailyPay!)
• Employee & Resident Bonus Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Career Opportunities

Pay Range: $25.00-$26.00/hour

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