Health and Fitness Specialist Dedham 32 hour
$53,971–$80,957 year
On-siteDedham, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Administer individualized fitness assessments to residents, including health history reviews and SPPB testing, to determine appropriate fitness programs. Implement comprehensive strength, balance, and cardiovascular training plans while conducting supervised exercise sessions and teaching group classes. Develop and direct programs that maximize participation and functional independence, maintaining all facility equipment and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Assist the Fitness Manager in creating wellness campaigns, organizing educational lectures, and collaborating with physical therapists for residents with medical needs. Track resident progress data, measure participation levels, and execute compliance with procedural manuals. Test chemical levels in the pool daily to ensure state regulations are met.
Required Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in exercise physiology/science or related field
- Minimum certification level equal to the ACSM Health and Fitness Instructor (HFI)
- Current CPR certification
- Experience in the fitness field working with seniors
- Knowledge of aging, disability issues and memory support strategies
- Computer proficiency i.e. ability to use MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Ability to recognize exercise contraindications and refer to appropriate health professional
- Ability to recognize signs of fatigue, injury and physiological stress and respond appropriately
- Ability to teach and motivate elders effectively
- Exceptional customer service, teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to promote good relations in-house and with outside vendors, if required
- Demonstrate flexibility, adjusting behavior, style or schedule as circumstances change
- Must care deeply about supporting and assisting seniors to maintain a healthy, happy and fulfilling lifestyles
- Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds
- Ability to transfer and assist residents' on/off exercise equipment
- Ability to stand during scheduled work times
- Must be able to provide clear verbal instruction and ensure participants understand and safely perform exercises during one-on-one training sessions, small-group training, and group fitness classes
- Skilled in supervising multiple residents simultaneously, providing individualized exercise instruction while ensuring safety, organization, and a supportive atmosphere
- Follows rules as set by the individual site employee handbook
- Flexible to work occasional weekends and holidays as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of exercise equipment
- Ability to teach group exercise classes
- Knowledge of safety practices
- Exhibits a professional and enthusiastic demeanor when assisting residents, their family and guests
- Demonstrates an ability to effectively communicate with all residents
- Commit to having a 'can-do' service mentality
- Commit to providing the highest quality of preparation and presentation
- Accept responsibility for all tasks assigned
- Able to accomplish all responsibilities with little supervision
- Must be able to recognize exercise contraindications and refer to appropriate health professional
- Must be able to recognize signs of fatigue, injury and physiological stress and respond appropriately
- Must be able to teach and motivate elders effectively
- Exceptional customer service, teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills are required
- Ability to promote good relations in-house and with outside vendors, if required
- Demonstrate flexibility, adjusting behavior, style or schedule as circumstances change
- Must care deeply about supporting and assisting seniors to maintain a healthy, happy and fulfilling lifestyles
- Experience in the fitness field working with seniors preferred
- Knowledge of aging, disability issues and memory support strategies a plus
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