Fitness Trainer/Instructor

Springpoint • Maplewood, NJ

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About The Position

Winchester Gardens, a Springpoint Senior Living community in Maplewood, New Jersey, is seeking a full-time Fitness Trainer/Instructor. The role provides customer service while supervising use of the Fitness Center and leading community fitness and wellness programs. Under the direction of the LivWell Director, the instructor supports the fitness center’s ongoing operations and programming, teaches residents and possibly staff how to use strength-training and cardiovascular equipment, and helps ensure the facilities and programs are safe and well maintained.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree and/or nationally recognized certification in a health, fitness, or wellness-related field.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications must be maintained as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an active older adult retirement community, physical therapy department, or medical- or hospital-based fitness program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, greet, and assist residents and staff with the fitness center.
• Under the direction of the LivWell Director, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the ongoing operations of the fitness center and related programming.
• Train, teach, or instruct residents and possibly staff in the proper use of strength-training and cardiovascular equipment, individually or in group exercise classes.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of policies and procedures concerning available fitness facilities and programs.
• Inspect the fitness center, fitness equipment, and pool area daily to ensure safety and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain records of residents’ use of and attendance in fitness and aquatic programming.
• Complete shift assignments, which may include cleaning and maintaining equipment.
• Inform the LivWell Director or other department directors of potential hazards related to facility conditions or users’ physical limitations.
• Work with the LivWell Director and the community to implement recommended changes as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in mandatory staff meetings and training sessions.
• Complete incident reports and report injuries or equipment problems to the LivWell Director or appropriate department director.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match once eligible
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits, including DailyPay
• Employee and resident bonus referral programs
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness and wellbeing programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and career opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED