Wellness Specialist

Solera Senior Living; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Immediate pay access

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Solera Senior Living is seeking a passionate Wellness Specialist at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge. This role involves designing and leading engaging fitness and wellness programs tailored for older adults, promoting their physical health and overall well-being.

Responsibilities include leading fitness classes, managing the fitness center, and building relationships with residents. Candidates should have a Kinesiology certification and experience with seniors. Join our team and make a positive impact!

Qualifications

• Kinesiology certification required.
• Experience leading fitness classes for older adults strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes such as strength training, balance, and flexibility.
• Manage the community fitness center, ensuring safety and proper techniques.
• Encourage participation and build positive relationships with residents.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Motivational skills

Ability to adapt programming

Education

Kinesiology certification

CPR / First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Wellness Specialist at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge

Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors?

At Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, we are guided by our Core Values—Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Creativity—which shape how we care for residents, support families, and work together as a team.

Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is seeking an energetic, passionate, and certified Wellness Specialist to lead engaging fitness and wellness programs designed specifically for older adults. This role plays a vital part in promoting physical health, independence, and overall well‑being within our vibrant senior living community.

If you love motivating others, creating meaningful connections, and helping seniors live exceptionally every day — we’d love to meet you.

Benefits

• A growing company with opportunities for career advancement
• Immediate pay access — no more waiting for payday
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks and employee discount programs

Position Summary

The Wellness Specialist is responsible for designing and leading safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes tailored to senior residents in independent living, assisted living, and memory care settings. This role partners closely with the Life Enrichment team to support holistic wellness programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes such as strength training, balance, flexibility, stretching, chair exercise, and low‑impact cardio
• Develop fitness programming appropriate for varying ability levels
• Manage the community fitness center, including equipment oversight, safety monitoring, and resident instruction on proper exercise technique and machine use
• Ensure resident safety by modifying exercises as needed
• Conduct basic wellness assessments when appropriate
• Encourage participation and build positive relationships with residents
• Support community wellness events and special programming
• Maintain accurate attendance and participation records
• Uphold all safety standards and emergency response protocols

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate exercises and proper form
• Ability to stand, bend, lift light fitness equipment, and move throughout the community
• Ability to assist residents safely when needed

Qualifications

• Kinesiology certification required
• Experience leading fitness classes for older adults strongly preferred
• CPR / First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and motivational skills
• Passion for working with seniors
• Ability to adapt programming to meet individual needs

Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Hunters Woods at Trails Edge strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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