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Fitness Specialist
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An Exercise Physiologist or Specialist directs exercise programs for clients who are recovering from injuries or illnesses, who have disabilities or other chronic conditions, or who want to minimize health risks. Recommends exercise routines or modifications, and monitors patient health. Works in recreational centers, hospitals or other facilities. May provide advice to athletes and people interested in sports training.
$54,047 / year median in North Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Fitness Specialist Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community - 3.6 Raleigh, NC Job Details Part-time 10 hours ago Qualifications Exercise Science Balance training CPR Certification Bachelor's degree in kinesiology Kinesiology Mid-level Working with seniors Bachelor's degree First Aid Certification Older adults Resident rapport building Safety-focused fitness instruction Wellness activities for care recipients Health promotion activities Flexibility class instruction Training Bachelor's degree in exercise science One-on-one instruction Leadership Communication skills AED Certification Full Job Description At Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, we believe supporting our employees enables exceptional care for our residents. We provide opportunities to grow, contribute to work that truly matters, and build a rewarding career while serving residents with dignity and excellence. Springmoor is a nationally accredited, not-for-profit retirement community located in Northwest Raleigh. We offer an active, engaging lifestyle for our residents while promoting dignity, security, and peace of mind. Nestled on a beautiful 42-acre wooded campus, Springmoor provides a full continuum of care and a supportive, mission-driven workplace. If you are passionate about positively influencing the lives of residents every day and value excellence, compassion, and teamwork, we invite you to explore a career with Springmoor. Join Our Team as a Fitness Specialist! Do you have a passion for fitness and wellness and a heart for working with older adults? Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community is seeking a full-time Fitness Specialist (35 hours/week) to provide group fitness instruction, personal training, and support our comprehensive wellness programs. If you are energetic, compassionate, and enjoy making a positive impact on the lives of others, we would love to hear from you! Full-time, Monday-Friday (35 hours/week) Creative and rewarding work environment Opportunity to enrich the lives of older adults Passion for fitness, wellness, and helping older adults live healthy, active lives Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, or a related field preferred Nationally recognized fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, AFAA, or equivalent) preferred, or willingness to obtain certification Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience leading group fitness classes and/or providing personal training; experience working with older adults preferred Knowledge of exercise programming, balance, strength, flexibility, and fall prevention for older adults Ability to motivate, encourage, and build positive relationships with residents