Exercise Instructor (Part-Time Community Based)

Circle of Care, Sinai Health•Toronto, ON

9d•CA$22 - CA$26•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a non-profit organization that provides free exercise classes for seniors communities across the GTA and we are looking for people who are interested in leading these sessions on a flexible, part-time basis. The goal is to help people over 65 increase mobility, relieve pain and reduce the risk of falls by building strength and improving balance. We have over 48 locations, most of which are in North York– and you can work at locations that make most sense to you, although some level of flexibility is required.

Requirements

Active learner in the area of wellness, passionate about the benefits of exercising for seniors and motivated to host several group classes per week independently
Holds an active CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, oral and non-verbal communication skills with clients, families, colleagues and the public
Must have a Driver's license and access to a car
Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading group exercise classes or willingness to learn
Previous experience working with older adults in the community an asset
Fluency in French, Russian, Italian, Cantonese or languages other than English is an asset

Responsibilities

Create and lead group exercise classes in the community
Promote health and wellness through health promotion activities and health screening
Collect completed liability waivers for clients registered in the Group Exercise program and submit to the Program Supervisor monthly
Collect class attendance daily and enter attendance into the program’s tracking software prior to the end of each month
Track all new clients registered in the Group Exercise program and record them in the program’s tracking software prior to the end of each month
Enter timesheets into Circle of Care’s payroll system weekly for managerial approval
Ensure that the exercise equipment for each class is safe, clean and in proper working order and report damaged equipment to the Program Coordinator.
Maintain the cleanliness of class areas and clean/store all equipment properly after each completed class.
Actively participate in team initiatives and meetings
Build support for the agency's vision and departmental goals/objectives by communicating, collaborating and leading by example
Build rapport with team members to ensure a high performing team
Look for daily opportunities to highlight the connection between overall program strategy and day-to-day activities
Act as a change agent to positively encourage others and manage change
Responsible for identifying health and safety concerns and injury reporting
Participate in health and safety processes and procedures
Participate in maintaining a safe workplace environment
Participate in all health and safety training initiatives
Providing adequate modifications for exercises