Fitness Coordinator - Senior Living (PT) Job Listing at Discovery Senior Living in Austin, TX (Job ID 921380)

Description

About Discovery Management Group 

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 senior residents nationwide. 

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

The Conservatory at North Austin is seeking a Fitness Coordinator to join our team, part time.  

The Fitness Coordinator will oversee the FitCamp program for the community.  Responsible for implementing the FitCamp core program, promoting wellness participation and increased physical activity at all ability levels. Through resident engagement including assessments, training, group exercise and programming, the Fitness Coordinator will help residents achieve and celebrate personal success leading to a healthier community.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements fitness programing for the community that includes various levels of resident abilities and interests.
• Teaches a variety of group exercise classes in the community to include:  strength, balance, flexibility and endurance, with aquatic exercise as a feature in our community.
• Follows the FitCamp Core Program as outlined in the FitCamp Training Manual.
• Teaches residents the correct use of exercise equipment and machines.
• Demonstrates proper technique and use of all fitness equipment and ensures residents have sufficient knowledge and skill when using the equipment.
• Recruits residents to participate in FitCamp and other fitness programs meeting minimum monthly standards as outlined in the FitCamp Training Manual.
• Provides each member with a complimentary personal training session to meet the individual's fitness needs and personal goals.
• Conducts one-on-one fitness assessments using the Senior Fitness Test; designs and implements a customized fitness program for residents with different abilities.
• Reviews resident comparison and attendance reports on a monthly basis; provides individual feedback based on results to adjust or maintain current program.
• Monitors resident participation and contacts them if attendance wanes.
• Provides ongoing guidance for residents with regard to their fitness goals and proper use of equipment. Providing quarterly follow ups.
• Manages resident concerns or questions related to the program.
• Provide operations summary reports on class attendance and equipment usage to Executive Director on a monthly basis.
• Participates in fitness and wellness learning programs on annual basis.
• Ensures personal certifications are kept to date; completing coursework when necessary.
• Maintains CPR Cert & HIPPA Compliance.
• Plans and carriers out educational activities to support fitness programs at the community.
• Participates in marketing events.
• Administers resident satisfaction surveys per guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Certified Personal Trainer by accredited governing body required:  ACSM or NASM preferred.
• Four-year degree in Kinesiology with focus on Gerontology preferred. Two-year degree is required.
• Three to five years experience in strength, balance, flexibility and endurance training is required. Experience with seniors is required.
• Must be willing to obtain a balance certification. 
• Ability to work a flexible, part time schedule.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

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