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Fitness and Aquatic Coordinator

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Summary

Coordinates fitness and aquatics programs, instructs exercise classes, and ensures safety in a facility setting.

The Fitness and Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Fitness and Wellness Manager in planning, programming, budgeting, and overall administration of the Fitness/Aquatics Center while maintaining a safe environment.
The starting hourly range for this position is $25.69 to $35.97. Pay rates are determined based on years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, schedule and instruct land-based exercise classes that meet the needs and abilities of residents. Classes should be adapted to specific populations and may include, but are not limited to, cardiovascular, muscular, flexibility, and conditioning classes utilizing exercise equipment (machines, mats, bands, hand weights), as well as seated and standing exercise classes
  • Develop, schedule, and instruct recreational aquatics exercise classes and services that meet the needs and abilities of participants. Classes should be adapted to specific populations and may include, but are not limited to, moderate-intensity cardiovascular and muscular conditioning, low-intensity range-of-motion exercises, water walking, and other aquatic exercise programs designed to meet the participants’ needs
  • Promote and communicate the Fitness and Aquatics Center programs to residents throughout the organization using a variety of communication methods. Responds to complaints and concerns professionally, graciously, and proactively
  • Develop, implement, supervise, and modify individualized land- and water-based exercise plans that accommodate the varied physical and cognitive abilities of WCBR population
  • Develop, schedule, and instruct live-streamed exercise classes for residents as needed
  • Create protocols for individualized exercise programs based on participants’ health considerations. Ensure all participants complete an orientation before participating in any activity
  • Assist in designing individualized exercise programs for staff members, monitor participant progress, and provide recommendations as appropriate
  • Design creative and progressive fitness and aquatics exercise programs, monitor their effectiveness, and prepare and present recommendations to staff and residents as appropriate
  • Monitor the pool and its users for safety
  • Contribute to the care of the facility, including, but not limited to, regular pool maintenance, cleaning exercise equipment, and maintaining pool towels and other facility supplies

Qualifications

  • Experience working in a fitness facility, including leading group exercise classes and providing personal training
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of residents and associates
  • Available to work evenings and weekends as required

Requirements

  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Certified Group Exercise Instructor
  • Senior Fitness Certification
  • CPR and First aid certification
  • Associate's degree required
  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or similar field preferred
  • Four years of relevant experience can be substituted for degree requirements

Benefits Snapshot

  • Paid time off package
  • Education program offering financial assistance with education costs and tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Discounted meals while working
  • Paid holidays
  • Free gym and pool access
  • Free parking
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits

What this application asks

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Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Other website

  • Did someone refer you to apply at WCBR? Please provide the name of the person or the website.
  • Have you ever worked in the Senior Living Industry before? yes / no · optional
  • Have you ever been employed by Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge? yes / no · optional
  • Are you looking for Full-time or Part-time employment? choose one · optional
  • Do you have a degree in a fitness related field? yes / no · optional
  • Do you hold a current certification in group exercise or personal training? yes / no · optional
  • What type of degree and/or certification do you hold? written answer · optional
  • Which group exercise class formats do you have experience teaching? written answer · optional
  • How many years of experience working with clients in a one-on-one personal training environment do you have? optional
  • What experience do you have teaching or leading water based fitness or exercise programs? written answer · optional
  • Are you currently CPR Certified? yes / no · optional
  • Are you currently First Aid Certified? yes / no · optional
  • What was your most recent employment? Provide company, title and dates of employment. written answer · optional
  • If offered a position with WCBR, are you able to provide three professional references for us to contact? yes / no · optional
  • WCBR will reach out to you via email in regards to your application. These emails can sometimes end up in a spam or junk folder. In the event we are not able to reach you via email, do you wish to accept text messages from the Recruiter? yes / no · optional
  • Are you legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship? choose one
  • WCBR has an Influenza Policy which requires all associates to receive the Influenza vaccination. If vaccination is declined with a doctor’s note or a religious exemption, you must wear a face mask while on property throughout the flu season (December 1st through end of April – beginning of May). yes / no · optional
  • Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge (WCBR) is an equal opportunity employer. WCBR does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for WCBR to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either WCBR or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of WCBR has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. I attest by submitting this application that I have given to WCBR true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize WCBR to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this may constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal. yes / no · optional
  • If a position at WCBR is offered and accepted, you will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Do you acknowledge being made aware of this information? yes / no · optional

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