Health Fitness Professional (as-needed)

HealthFitness•Washington, DC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFitness is looking for a substitute/as-needed/fill-in (number of hours working depends on demand and scheduling) Health Fitness Professional to join the team at our client site located in Washington, DC! In this role, you will make a direct impact on the health and well-being of our members through the coordination, implementation, and delivery of health and fitness improvement programs and services, fitness center promotions and outreach activities. You will monitor fitness facility and conduct fitness testing and assessments, advising participants of the results and designing individualized programs to meet the members’ interests, abilities and goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or 2+ years’ fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
OSHA compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute.
Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands including project coordination.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.

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

Responsibilities

Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.
Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions.
Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.
Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program and equipment orientations.
Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.
Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.
Other duties as needed/assigned.