Group Fitness Instructor - Senior Living Communities

BAYADA Home Health Care; Canton, Shrewsbury (MA, MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Vision, dental and medical plans

401k with company match

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Fitness Instructor to lead scheduled group exercise classes for residents in Senior Living Communities in Massachusetts. The role involves teaching seniors in Assisted Living and Independent Living communities and contributing to BAYADA's continuum of care.

Qualifications include Fitness Instructor certification from a recognized organization and a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science; PTA/COTA credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Fitness Instructor from ACSM/NSCA/ACE/IDEA/SFA or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or related field.
• Experience leading group fitness classes for adults/seniors.

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduled group exercise classes for seniors in living communities, focusing on flexibility, cardio, strength, balance, and standing exercises.
• Develop senior-focused fitness classes to promote positive fitness levels for residents.

Skills

Fitness Certification

Group Fitness Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science

PTA or COTA

Job description

Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise Classes in Senior Living Community!

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Fitness Instructor to lead scheduled group exercise classes designed to develop and maintain positive fitness levels for residents in Senior Living Communities in Shrewsbury and Ashland. As a member of our Senior Living Team, you will be an integral component of our continuum of care.

As the Fitness Instructor, you will teach Group Exercise Classes to Seniors who are residents in Assisted Living and Independent Living Communities

At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow.

Fitness Specialist Benefits Responsibilities:

• Lead scheduled group exercise classes for the residents of Senior Living Communities, with specific focus on flexibility, cardio, strength/power, balancing and standing exercises.
• Develop fitness classes which are designed to develop and promote positive fitness levels for a senior population.

Qualifications for a Fitness Specialist:

• Certification as a Fitness Instructor, or equivalent, through an accredited national exercise/fitness organization such as ACSM, NSCA, ACE, IDEA or SFA.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or related field.
• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
• Experience leading Group Fitness Classes to an adult/senior population

Why Choose BAYADA?

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here.
• Base Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per one hour class, depending on qualifications

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.