Senior Living Wellness Coach

Ovation in; Washington (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Supplemental Insurance Options

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Ovation by Avamere in Washington, UT seeks a Wellness Instructor to lead fitness and holistic wellness on an independent living campus. You will adapt activities for varying abilities and collaborate with the Wellness Director to promote mobility, balance, and a healthy lifestyle for residents.

The role includes designing classes such as yoga, water aerobics, and walking clubs; providing one-on-one coaching; coordinating with nursing and therapy teams; and creating monthly calendars and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related health field is highly preferred.
• Nationally recognized Personal Trainer Certification; CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching group fitness with geriatric population or in a continuing care retirement community.
• Exceptional patience, empathy, and motivational communication with residents, including those with cognitive impairments.
• Knowledge of current wellness trends and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to motivate and inspire others; proficient in MS Office and wellness software tools.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive wellness programs.
• Plan, develop, and execute a campus-wide holistic wellness program.
• Design and lead diverse calendar of land-based and aquatic group classes (yoga, strength, water aerobics, walking clubs).
• Provide one-on-one instruction and orientation for residents in the fitness center.
• Lead movement classes to improve core stability, balance, and gait.
• Collaborate with nursing, occupational therapy, and life enrichment teams for cohesive wellness plans.
• Prepare monthly wellness calendars and educational materials; educate residents on healthy lifestyles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Motivation and coaching

Microsoft Office

Wellness software tools

Patience and empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science

National Personal Trainer Certification (NASM/ACE/ACSM/ISSA)

CPR and First Aid certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Wellness software tools

Job description

Ovation by Avamere in Washington, UT seeks a Wellness Instructor to lead fitness and holistic wellness on an independent living campus. You will adapt activities for varying abilities and collaborate with the Wellness Director to promote mobility, balance, and a healthy lifestyle for residents.

The role includes designing classes such as yoga, water aerobics, and walking clubs; providing one-on-one coaching; coordinating with nursing and therapy teams; and creating monthly calendars and