Fitness Director - Full-time

The Fitness Director will oversee all fitness programming on campus. The director will utilize their team of Fitness Coordinators and Fitness Associates to expand the Nautilus program and provide group exercise /physical activity in all levels of care. Fitness Directors will promote Country Meadows in the local community as an expert in the field of exercise for older adults.

Routine Functions of the Position:

• Manage fitness department, Fitness Coordinators and Fitness Associates
• Represent Country Meadows in the community and at marketing events
• Act as a role model for Fitness Coordinators and Associates by projecting an image as a fitness professional and demonstrating leadership skills
• Assist in the development of new exercise programs
• Coordinates schedule of Nautilus sessions and Group Exercise Classes
• Maintain records regarding resident progress, therapy screens, fitness assessments and physician approval
• Communicate effectively with therapy department
• Supervise proper use of equipment and follow protocol for safe training technique
• Demonstrate ability to adapt exercises to address individual needs/goals of residents
• Demonstrate ability to monitor exercise intensity and recognize signs of exercise distress
• Assist residents with transferring onto an off of exercise equipment
• Ability to follow through with implementing special company programs to target balance, range of motion, strength and endurance
• Promote all fitness programming and recruit residents for participation
• Coordinate monthly Healthy Living presentations for residents
• Coordinate health fairs, fitness promotions and active aging events
• Support Country Meadows walking program
• Assist with Co-worker wellness programs (such as weight management support sessions)
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and exercise areas and monitor preventative maintenance
• Attend work related training and meetings

Critical Success Factors:

• Ability to manage fitness department and lead team of coordinators and associates
• Possess a positive philosophy and be genuinely enthusiastic regarding physical activity for the older adult
• Ability to be self supervising and self motivating. Must be able to set own priorities and follow through on same
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Must be persuasive and capable of inspiring residents to participate in physical activity
• Ability to direct exercise in both group or one to one settings
• Knowledge of use of exercise equipment, modifications and proper technique for safety
• Willingness to cooperate and work as part of a team
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and comprehend the same

Work Environment:

• Workplace includes the Nautilus equipment and surrounding areas. Group classes may take place in a variety of locations throughout the campus. Access to office areas is provided for computer/copier and administrative related duties.
• Position requires standing, walking, twisting, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, stooping, stretching, lifting a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to push/pull 100 pounds.
• Requires raising cardio-vascular rate when there is a need to demonstrate the cardiovascular equipment and exercises
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision, hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must be capable of operating all nautilus and cardiovascular equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Positive exercise philosophy
• Experience in working with older adults or special populations regarding physical activity
• Minimum high school graduate
• Certifications desired:
• Group Exercise or Personal Training for Older Adults
• CPR / Basic First Aid (required)
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Leader
• Silver Sneakers
• Tai Chi, Aquatics, Yoga

Daylight hours - 68 hours per pay

Honored for multiple years as one of the 100 Best Places to Work in PA, we offer competitive wages and excellent benefits, including

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement