Exercise Specialist

The Moorings Park Instituteorporated•Naples, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Moorings Park is seeking a dedicated Exercise Specialist to support a unified wellness initiative focused on the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, and environmental. The role provides personal training and group fitness to older adults across levels of care and to special populations. The Exercise Specialist also promotes wellness programming and events, encourages social interaction and mental stimulation, supports residents’ self-esteem and engagement, and maintains fitness centers and equipment.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
Certification from ACSM, NSCA, NASM, or ACE.
Previous experience as a personal trainer, instructor, or assistant to a fitness or wellness director in settings such as athletic clubs, hospital cardiac rehabilitation programs, or worksite wellness centers.
Maintain an active CPR certification.
May be required to remain on duty for the duration of an emergency or natural disaster.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a Life Plan community.

Responsibilities

Provide personal training and group fitness to older adults of all levels of care and to special populations.
Create ongoing publicity for health promotion and upcoming wellness events.
Encourage social interaction and promote mental stimulation through educational programs.
Support self-esteem, self-efficacy, and full engagement in life.
Maintain fitness centers and equipment.
Create displays, flyers, and newsletters; post notices; arrange event setups; purchase awards; and assist with decorations for wellness events.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and maintain knowledge of and follow company policies and procedures.