Fitness Instructor

Willow Valley Communities • Pequea Township, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Fitness Instructor – Marlin and Doris Thomas Memory Center
Help Redefine Memory Care Through Movement
At Willow Valley Communities, we believe individuals living with dementia can continue to experience purpose, connection, and joy. The Marlin and Doris Thomas Memory Center is transforming the memory care experience through innovative, person-directed care that focuses on strengths, abilities, and meaningful engagement.
We're seeking a compassionate and energetic Fitness Instructor to help Residents thrive through fitness, wellness, and movement-based experiences.

Requirements

• Fitness Instructor certification.
• Personal Training certification.
• Experience providing group exercise instruction and/or personal training.
• Experience developing and implementing wellness or fitness programming.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Passion for helping older adults achieve their highest level of wellness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in senior living, healthcare, wellness, or community fitness settings.
• Experience supporting individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other cognitive conditions.
• Understanding of person-directed care and strengths-based wellness approaches.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group fitness classes tailored to Residents living with dementia and related neurological conditions.
• Conduct personal training sessions and individualized wellness coaching.
• Perform fitness and health-related screenings and assessments.
• Develop personalized exercise plans that support mobility, independence, and overall well-being.
• Maintain and monitor fitness equipment and wellness spaces.
• Assist with wellness programs, workshops, and special events.
• Create engaging experiences that encourage participation, social connection, and daily activity.
• Lead workshops, showcases, and small-group wellness sessions.
• Partner with interdisciplinary Team Members to support Resident wellness.
• Assist with scheduling fitness and wellness services.
• Support the Willow Valley Communities Corporate Wellness Program.
• Communicate fitness and wellness initiatives with leadership and other departments.
• Report concerns and improvement opportunities to the Movement Manager.
• Participate in problem-solving and service recovery efforts related to wellness programming.
• Reinforce a person-directed approach to aging.
• Focus on strengths, abilities, and moments of joy.
• Support a habilitative approach that emphasizes remaining abilities.
• Promote dignity, choice, comfort, and autonomy.
• Help create an environment where Residents feel valued, connected, and empowered.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• scholarship opportunities
• Weekly Pay
• Access to exceptional resort-style amenities, including a fitness center, spa, cafés, and pools
• Frequent Team Member appreciation events and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed