Fitness Specialist - Hamden, CT

Fitness Specialist - Hamden, CT New Haven, CT Job Details Part-time $21.50 - $27.75 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Exercise Science Computer operation Certified Personal Trainer CPR Certification Bachelor's degree in kinesiology Kinesiology Computer literacy BLS Certification Working with geriatric patients CPR Mid-level Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Productivity software NASM Certified Personal Trainer Bachelor's degree in exercise science Fitness for older adults Geriatrics Full Job Description FOX is seeking a top caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in the Hamden, CT area. Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism. This position is approximately 5 hours weekly with room to grow. This is a newer position, so no set schedule yet. Ideal availability would be sometime between (not all): Mon - Fri / 9a-2p 1:1s and small groups Senior Living Continuing education opportunities available Founded in 1998, FOX was the FIRST private practice in the country to provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population . Helping patients restore the quality of life they deserve and desire, our focus is the rehabilitation of lives delivered through evidence-based therapy with innovative and proactive treatment. The Fi tness Specialist opportunity entails the following: Patient continuity: Patients are prescribed exercise programs to maintain functional levels after discharge from rehabilitation services.

Excellent support system:

Fox provides significant support for our Fitness Specialists through leadership, clinical education, and an assigned Program Manager. If excellence is a priority to you and you desire to be part of a private practice that is revolutionizing the delivery of post-acute rehabilitation; you will feel right at home here. Text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more about career opportunities!

Requirements:

Must have one of the following: Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology; Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally recognized and accredited organization preferred (i.e., ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE, ISSA); or prior experience as a fitness trainer, with willingness to become a Certified Personal Trainer Routine travel to patient residences and between Senior Living Communities. Expand territory as needed. Travel as needed per practice requirements. CPR Certification Previous experience working with older adults in a proactive and wellness setting preferred. Basic computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Contact FOX Now! Brittany Landing, Talent Acquisition Specialist 609-519-6749 #LI-BL1 In Connecticut, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.50 - $27.75 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.