Fitness Specialist Full time

HumanGood • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifestyle & Fitness Specialist supports resident wellness by planning, coordinating, and leading fitness, wellness, and lifestyle programming for residents across levels of living. This role promotes physical activity, balance, strength, mobility, social engagement, and overall well-being through person-directed programs, group classes, individual support, and safe use of fitness equipment. The position works directly with residents to understand interests, abilities, and wellness goals; develops appropriate fitness and activity offerings; encourages participation; and supports a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment consistent with HumanGood’s mission, values, and philosophy of person-directed care.

Requirements

• Associate degree or coursework in fitness, exercise science, kinesiology, recreation, gerontology, health education, recreation therapy, social work, psychology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• One or more years of experience leading fitness, wellness, recreation, activities, or resident programming, preferably with older adults.
• Ability to lead group activities and fitness programs safely and effectively for residents with varying abilities and interests.
• Basic understanding of fitness equipment safety, group instruction, resident engagement, and activity planning.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, families, visitors, volunteers, and team members.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to complete calendars, schedules, documentation, participation records, and routine communications.

Responsibilities

• Meet with residents to understand interests, physical abilities, wellness goals, and participation preferences in order to recommend appropriate fitness and lifestyle activities.
• Lead group fitness, strength, balance, mobility, stretching, walking, aquatic, or other wellness classes, as appropriate to the community’s programs, equipment, and resident needs.
• Develop and support resident-centered exercise and wellness plans that promote safe physical activity, independence, social engagement, and everyday well-being.
• Educate and encourage residents regarding fitness participation, safe movement, physical self-management, and wellness-related goals.
• Plan, coordinate, promote, and participate in lifestyle and activity programs, which may include educational programs, games, creative activities, social events, outings, and wellness-focused events.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• HSA option with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree