Health Fitness Professional (flexible, substitute)

HealthFitness•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a provider of fitness solutions that engage and connect people on-site and online. The company supports participants’ health journeys by building communities within the organizations it serves. HealthFitness is seeking a substitute/as-needed/fill-in Health Fitness Professional for its client site in Washington, DC. The number of work hours depends on demand and scheduling. The role supports members’ health and well-being by coordinating, implementing, and delivering health and fitness improvement programs and services, promotions, and outreach. The professional monitors the fitness facility, conducts fitness testing and assessments, advises participants about results, and designs individualized programs based on participants’ interests, abilities, and goals. The compensation range is $18.00 to $20.00 per hour. The final wage offer depends on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and skill set. HealthFitness offers health and financial benefits, competitive pay, personal and professional support, training and development, and flexible employment opportunities. The company is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Kinesiology or Exercise Science, or at least 2 years of fitness and wellness industry experience.
Fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness-approved provider.
OSHA-compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute.

Nice To Haves

Industry-recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT, or NETA.
NCCA-accredited Personal Trainer certification from an industry-recognized and HealthFitness-approved agency.
Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills, including the ability to motivate others.
Competency in delivering HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, including at minimum Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to organize and prioritize work demands effectively, including project coordination.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.

Responsibilities

Supervise the facility, interact with participants, and monitor equipment and participant safety.
Coordinate and lead HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs and promotions.
Conduct fitness testing and assessments, advise participants of results, and design individualized programs suited to their interests, abilities, and goals.
Research health and fitness education topics, identify appropriate participant materials, and conduct health education seminars and presentations.
Participate in membership drives, enroll new participants, and conduct facility, program, and equipment orientations.
Promote program offerings and conduct outreach to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
Create and maintain bulletin boards, newsletters, and other marketing and communication materials.
Coordinate the internship program, including recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of student interns.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.