Wellness Coordinator

Covenant Living Communities and Services; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Wellness Coordinator to lead and enhance fitness programs for senior residents. This role involves managing the fitness center, conducting assessments, and promoting wellness initiatives that cater to diverse needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in physical therapy or exercise physiology, along with relevant certifications. Join a supportive team that values health and well-being, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents through tailored fitness programs and engaging activities. This position offers a chance to thrive in a fulfilling environment focused on holistic wellness.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) Plan with Employer Match

Fitness Center Access

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Legal Services

Discount Programs

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, exercise physiology, or gerontology required.
• Experience in senior adult fitness programming and knowledge of long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Manage fitness center operations, including programs and budget.
• Lead group exercise classes tailored to senior residents' needs.
• Develop individualized fitness programs for residents.

Skills

Fitness Programming

Group Exercise Instruction

Senior Fitness Assessment

Personal Training

Knowledge of Universal Precautions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

ACSM Health & Fitness Specialist Certification

CPR and First Aid Certifications

Tools

Technogym Equipment

LifeConnect Technology

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Part of a nationwide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities, we are seeking a Wellness Coordinator. The purpose of this position is to originate, direct, and coordinate all special and ongoing fitness/physical wellness programs under the direction of the resident services director, in accordance with established policies and procedures. The coordinator will promote a comprehensive wellness program aligned with the principles of LifeConnect, addressing all dimensions of wellness and encouraging a commitment to the health and well-being of residents and staff.

In this role, the Wellness Coordinator will:

1. Manage the fitness center operation, including facilities, personnel, programs, and budget.
2. Lead group exercise classes, monitoring and adjusting types and times to meet residents' interests and needs. Programming will include purpose-based, functional fitness classes, and traditional classes suitable for senior living communities.
3. Encourage resident participation in the fitness center and classes.
4. Promote and facilitate the use of Technogym and other fitness machines in the center.
5. Facilitate senior fitness assessments with residents; input data into LifeConnect or Technogym technology.
6. Develop individualized comprehensive fitness programs tailored to residents' needs and abilities across all care levels.
7. Provide personal and fitness instruction, including equipment orientation, fitness assessments, and ongoing progress monitoring.
8. Collaborate with therapy director, residential nurse, and healthcare administrator to present preventive health programs, conduct balance assessments, and ensure rehabilitative services as medically indicated.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in physical therapy, exercise physiology, or gerontology.
2. Current ACSM Health & Fitness Specialist or Group Fitness Instructor certification, required at or within 3 months of hire.
3. Specialty certifications such as personal trainer, Tai Chi, or Arthritis Foundation aquatic certification are highly desirable.
4. Maintain current ACSM certification.
5. CPR and First Aid certifications, required and kept current.
6. Experience working with senior adults or equivalent knowledge in long-term care and healthcare industries.
7. At least two years of direct fitness programming experience; senior adult setting experience is highly desirable.
8. Knowledge of universal precautions is mandatory.

Compensation Pay Range:

Reasonable pay estimate: $ - $ . The actual rate depends on qualifications, experience, skills, education, location, and internal/external equity.

Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and six paid holidays
• 403(b) plan with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center access at most facilities
• Voluntary benefits such as life, AD&D, tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, legal services, home/auto insurance, discount programs, and pet insurance

For more information, visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.