Fitness Program Manager

St. James Place of Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The Fitness Program Manager develops and leads St. James Place’s overall wellness program and manages the Fitness Center. The role promotes membership and participation through fresh, innovative programming designed to meet the needs of the senior population. The manager leads resident and staff wellness efforts, oversees fitness center operations, develops resident-centered programs, and coordinates with therapy providers and community organizations. The position may require work outside normal hours and participation in the Manager on Call schedule for Independent Living. The employee may be designated essential personnel during emergencies and required to remain on campus for the duration of an emergency.

Requirements

Degree in health promotion and exercise physiology, kinesiology, or a comparable program is preferred.
At least 2 years of experience in a related area of wellness for the senior population.
Leadership and supervision experience.
CPR, First Aid, Group, and Personal Training certifications are required.
Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications and learn additional software applications.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to represent St. James Place professionally.
Ability to relate well to the senior community and their family members.
Good human relations and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Degree in health promotion and exercise physiology, kinesiology, or a comparable program.

Responsibilities

Lead the team and efforts for resident and staff wellness programs.
Develop and implement resident-centered programs that address the fitness needs of residents, community members, and staff.
Connect the therapy provider and Fitness Center to support continuity in maintaining or improving participants’ functional abilities.
Welcome new residents and facilitate their introduction to the wellness program.
Track resident progress, noting improvement or decline in relation to their use of wellness offerings.
Liaise with the Sales Department to market fitness center and therapy offerings to the Greater Baton Rouge community through seminars and educational offerings.
Maintain partnerships with Senior Olympics, BREC, Council on Aging, and other organizations by coordinating participation in events and active-adult activities.
Coordinate Senior Games Day.
Monitor the flow of revenue-producing programs.
Oversee fitness center membership, orientation, proper equipment use, and exercise classes for residents, community members, and staff.
Develop appropriate exercise programs based on health histories and review programs with members.
Supervise resident exercise hours, including equipment setup and weight adjustments.
Maintain the Fitness Center space and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and monitor the swimming pool area.
Maintain membership records and complete insurance and billing processes.
Market the Fitness Center to the Greater Baton Rouge community.
Develop departmental policies and procedures in conjunction with the Director of Resident Services.
Facilitate, attend, and participate in departmental and management meetings.
Participate in continuing education for professional growth and development.
Participate in corporate outreach projects, resident events, and staff events.
Work long hours or outside the normal work week when required and participate in the Manager on Call schedule for Independent Living.
Remain on campus during an emergency for its duration if designated essential personnel.