Full-time Wellness Coordinator

Functional Pathways • Chicago, IL

2d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Wellness Coordinator implements wellness classes and programming for the campus or campuses. The role leads classes, develops programming, conducts fitness testing, and maintains accurate records for all wellness services provided through Functional Pathways. The coordinator provides exercise prescriptions and conducts individual and group sessions on topics related to all dimensions of wellness, including for older adults. The position is based at Smith Village in Chicago, Illinois, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Requirements

• Previous wellness experience is required.
• Two years of experience planning, teaching, and motivating individuals.
• Two years of experience working with the elderly population.
• Must hold current BLS certification.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be innovative, self-starting, and a team player.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or a related field; or five or more years of experience coordinating wellness programs.
• ACSM certification.
• Experience with aquatics and/or Tai Chi.

Responsibilities

• Implement wellness classes and programming for assigned campus or campuses.
• Lead wellness classes and develop programming.
• Conduct fitness testing.
• Maintain accurate records for all wellness services provided through Functional Pathways.
• Provide exercise prescriptions and conduct individual and group sessions on topics related to all dimensions of wellness.
• Evaluate and treat patients and facilitate therapeutic activities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed