Exercise Specialist - Aquatics

This position will have an Aquatic focus. Experience in aquatic exercise and swimming skills preferred.

JOB SUMMARY

The exercise specialist will perform exercise-related client care services at Good Shepherd's fitness center. This position requires direct client contact, program development, related marketing and educational services. Will provide supervision of all fitness program staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS SKILLS

Delivers quality care by using objective measurements to develop an effective, comprehensive, appropriate exercise prescription Pursues educational opportunities Shares knowledge with others Uses knowledge to develop exercise programs to achieve client's goals Customizes exercise & communications to individual clients and their needs (IE cultural & cognitive)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Assures equipment is maintained in good working condition, reports malfunctioning equipment Assures equipment is kept clean Oversees safe and proper use of exercise equipment

TEAM EFFORT

Demonstrates flexibility to help others (IE provide pool coverage, adjust work schedule to meet needs) Program development & involvement Shares knowledge with therapists and other clinical staff Embraces change and promotes positive work environment

COMPLIES WITH PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

By maintaining current knowledge and certification requirements in both the exercise and medical fields, as well as maintain membership in national / local organizations.

MARKETING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Coordinate, per direct request of supervisor, all aspects (marketing, client complaints, staff coverage, statistics, and financial responsibilities) of specified Fitness / Wellness Program and maintains effective communication of program operations to supervisor. Provide input to marketing / advertising mailings, publications, articles, health fairs, and presentations toward the advancement of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited program in exercise physiology, physical education, kinesiology, or other exercise related fields - required Master's Degree preferred Work Experience 1-2 years of stress testing, exercise prescription, personal training and human performance testing experience required Previous experience in cardiac rehabilitation preferred Licenses / Certifications N/A