Fitness Specialist

Erickson Senior Living • Springfield, VA

12d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Greenspring Village by Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Fitness Specialist to help residents stay active, healthy, and engaged. The Fitness Specialist assesses residents’ fitness levels, monitors progress, and develops personalized fitness and wellness programs tailored to individual goals and abilities. The role focuses on promoting healthy aging, motivating residents, and creating positive exercise experiences for older adults. Water aerobics instruction is strongly preferred because aquatic fitness programming is an important part of residents’ wellness and active lifestyle.

This is a part-time position for 12 hours per week at Greenspring, a continuing care retirement community in Springfield, Virginia. Compensation is $22.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience. Team members are offered a flexible schedule, a 401(k) with a company 3% match, free access to onsite medical centers for wellness visits and sick care, discounted food and drinks at onsite dining venues, and growth opportunities. The organization describes its culture as committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging.

Requirements

• At least one year of related work experience.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Water aerobics experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
• Personal training experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fitness assessments, including taking vital signs.
• Prescribe appropriate exercise programs that include flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular training.
• Educate members on proper exercise techniques and evaluate their technique.
• Assist with coordinating and implementing wellness programs.
• Maintain a clean and safe fitness area for members.
• Build strong relationships with residents and staff and encourage residents to be physically active.
• Monitor residents’ progress and develop personalized fitness and wellness programs.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• 401(k) for team members age 18 and over, with a company 3% match
• Free onsite medical centers providing wellness visits and sick care for team members over age 18
• 30% discount on food and drinks at onsite dining venues, plus discounted healthy meal options
• Growth opportunities as the company opens and expands communities
• Culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed