Fitness Specialist

At Westminster Canterbury of Richmond, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on residents and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other!

The Fitness Specialist will develop and coordinate fitness/wellness program activities for residents and staff to improve overall health and well-being.

Shift(s): Full Time, no nights and weekends.

We offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, disability insurance and 403B retirement savings with company match.

• On-Site Amenities! Including a newly renovated gym, fitness classes, Chesapeake Bank Branch, Employee Dining Room with discounted meals and an award-winning Child Development Center with a generous employee discount for both full and part-time employees!

• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement, for both full and part-time employees!

• Paid Time Off: Can be earned by both full and part-time employees!

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible and accountable for the oversight and coordination of wellness related programs and activities according to established standards, policies, and procedures

• Evaluate, correct and give instruction to residents according to fitness needs. Teach/train flexibility, cardiovascular, strength training, etc. exercises

• Work with Recreation and other staff members in developing special programs and events as related to wellness; market Fitness Center working closely with other staff to reach maximum number of resident and staff usage

• Conduct periodic safety and equipment inspection of all areas in department per established criteria for ensuring safety and appearance

• Assist in aquatic programming needs

• Attend and contribute to monthly Resident & Employee Wellness Committee meetings

• Additional duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Considerable amount of sitting, bending, standing, and walking.

• Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance, 26+ with manual or mechanical assistance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Excellent communication skills

• Patience and compassion for residents, families and others

• Superior listening skills

• Ability to handle interruptions throughout the day and be able to prioritize workload

• Strong interpersonal skills, including relationship with internal and external customer groups

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Experience with providing exercise prescription for geriatric population

• Strong knowledge base of exercise and nutrition

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor Degree in health related field or combination education and experience to fulfill requirements of position

• Current CPR/First Aid certification

• Group fitness certification or equivalent certification

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience working with/helping elderly people

• A.C.S.M. or A.C.E. personal training certification

• At least one year experience in strength training, cardiovascular exercise and flexibility training