PRN Wellness Coordinator

Functional Pathways • Orland Park, IL

7d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at Smith Crossing in Orland Park, IL and Smith Village in the Beverly Area of Chicago, IL for a PRN Wellness Coordinator. This position will float between the two facilities. Join our therapy team at Smith Crossing in Orland Park, IL, where quality care meets a welcoming suburban community. Located in the heart of Orland Park, our facility is near scenic Centennial Park and the popular Orland Square Mall, offering a perfect mix of tranquility and convenience. As a member of our team, you'll provide essential therapy services to our residents while enjoying the vibrant local amenities and a supportive, close-knit environment. If you're seeking a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic setting, Smith Crossing is the ideal place for you. Join our therapy team at Smith Village in the Beverly Area of Chicago, where compassionate care is delivered in a vibrant and historic neighborhood. Located in the charming Beverly community of Chicago, our facility is close to the scenic Dan Ryan Woods and the Beverly Arts Center, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural enrichment. As a member of our team, you'll provide essential therapy services to our residents while enjoying the welcoming, tight-knit community and nearby amenities. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Smith Village is the perfect place for you. Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives! Job Summary: The Wellness Coordinator is responsible for implementation of the wellness classes and programming for their campus(es). They are expected to lead classes, develop programming, conduct fitness testing, and maintain accurate recordkeeping for all wellness services provided through Functional Pathways.

Requirements

• Previous Wellness experience required.
• Two years of experience planning, teaching, and motivating individuals
• Two years of experience in working with the elderly population
• Fluent providing Exercise Prescriptions and conducting individual and group sessions on topics related to all dimensions of wellness.
• Must possess characteristics such as good written and verbal communication, innovative, a self-starter, and team player.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education activities to stay updated with advancements in the field.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move around for extended periods to evaluate and treat patients.
• Physical strength and dexterity to facilitate therapeutic activities, assist with transfers, and use equipment.
• Capacity to lift and position patients as needed during therapy sessions.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited institution preferred, Exercise Science and/or Sports medicine related field; or 5+ years’ experience coordinating Wellness Programs
• Must hold current BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Experience with aquatics and/or Tai Chi preferred.
• preferred ACSM certification.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of the wellness classes and programming for their campus(es).
• Lead classes
• Develop programming
• Conduct fitness testing
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping for all wellness services provided through Functional Pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees