Fitness and Aquatics Representative
About The Position
At Courage Kenny, we offer Aquatics and Fitness Representative professionals the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You’ll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day. Key Position Details: 1. 0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) Variable hours, day/evening Every weekend Job Description: Provides fitness and aquatic programs for clients in a safe and supervised environment for the promotion of wellness to maximize functional independence.
Requirements
- Associate's or Vocational degree Physical Therapy Assistant, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or other health related field
- Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science or Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field
- Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days)
- Lifeguard Certification from American Red Cross within 2 weeks of hire required
- Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Nice To Haves
- 0 to 2 years experience in teaching aquatic skills
- ACSM Certification – Inclusive Fitness Trainer or Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred
Responsibilities
- Conducts and assists clients with aquatic, fitness and activity based and locomotive exercise (ABLE) programs.
- Conducts 1:1 instruction and hands-on assistance to clients.
- Monitors clients' progress and makes program changes to facilitate clients' maximum independence and achieve fitness goals.
- Manages and supervises program members during fitness time, provide assistance and coaching on proper exercise technique.
- Responds to emergency situations so that Emergency Action Plan is effectively carried out.
- Maintains a safe environment for all clients
- May support ABLE assessments and exercise programs.
- May provide lifeguarding if fitness program is aquatic.
- May perform aquatics and fitness assessments and design exercise programs.
- Completes necessary documentation
- Performs administrative tasks
- Ensures compliance with all applicable legal requirements and accreditation standards
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
- Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
