We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Fitness Instructor to join our dynamic team at Rockwood South Hill. The Fitness Instructor is responsible for supporting the Wellness Director in overseeing the fitness center as well as instructing fitness classes for Rockwood South Hill residents and employees. As a Fitness Instructor, you will be responsible for leading engaging classes, educating clients on fitness techniques, and designing personalized workout programs that cater to individual needs and goals.
Pay Range: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour
Shift Type: Part-time/20 hours per week | 7:30am-2:30pm | Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Responsibilities:
- Ability to teach a variety of exercise classes to meet the variable levels of employees and residents
- Assist in ongoing education opportunities for employees and residents in all aspects of wellness that support the LiveWell program
- Attend and support the LiveWell Committee meetings and play an active role in its goals and objectives
- Develop and implement quarterly or semi-annual special programs that motivate employees to improve their health and quality of life
- Develop personal exercise and diet plans
- Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate
- Set up and monitor class equipment, and ensure its return in serviceable conditions
- Track progress of participants; maintain files as appropriate
- Ensure that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; report accidents and prepare accident reports, as required
- Communicate to the employees monthly through the newsletter, bulletin boards, and/or flyers about ongoing programs and educational opportunities, and write articles on varied topics related to wellness
- Maintain statistics on employee involvement, and any other statistics necessary to support the wellness program
- Act as an advocate for aging and activity in our community
- Oversee fitness or recreation facilities, ensuring safe and clean facilities and equipment
- Provide individual support or counseling in general wellness or nutrition
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident information
Requirements:
- Group Fitness Instructor Certification or Senior Fitness Certification
- Minimum one year experience in the wellness industry
- Passionate about health and exercise
- Multi-tasking skills
- Energetic, positive, and motivational teaching style
- Effective oral, written, and reading skills
- Current CPR certification
Benefits
All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week and have completed our waiting period of employment are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision & TruHear Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave and Vacation – available after 90 days of service
- 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal Holidays per calendar year after 90 days of service
- Holiday pay
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(B) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
- Group Life Insurance & AD&D
- Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
- Critical Illness
- Critical Accident
- Identity Theft Protection Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement, Personal Leave, Family Leave, and Military Leave
Additional perks include:
- Free soup and discounted meal prices
- Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
- Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
- Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
- Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
- Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
- Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
- Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
- Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
- Referral Program
- Free Flu Shot
- Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Free parking
- Open Door Philosophy
- Encourage and support promotions from within
- On demand pay accessible as soon as you earn it through hours worked
Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere. Join us in making a positive impact on our community’s health and wellness through effective fitness instruction!