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Fitness Technician, Senior Living at Walker… · West…
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Company Description
Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge in West St. Paul offers senior living with services to 127 customers, a 37-bed transitional care and rehabilitation center, 24 memory care apartments and 10 care suites.
Job Description
Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge **** seeks a Fitness Technician to implement exercise programs to facilitate strength, balance and fitness for Fitness Center members. In addition to direct supervision of the Fitness Center, the Fitness Technician will be responsible for new member recruitment and the entire new member on-boarding process from initial sign-up, conducting fitness assessments and orientation.
Full-time days, Monday through Friday.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or equivalent
- ACSM EP-C certification or obtained within 6 months of hire
- Current BLS certification
- Experience evaluating, designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for older adults
- Working knowledge of exercise contraindications and appropriate exercise techniques to common medical issues such as joint issues, cardio-pulmonary disease and metabolic disease
- Experience working in a healthcare environment
- Ability to organize work flow with timely follow-through
- Commitment to assisting seniors in developing to their fullest potential
- Ability to live Walker Methodist's Customer Service Principles
- Ability to embrace Walker Methodist's Mission: Life. And all the living that goes with it. Enhancing the lives of older adults through a culture of care, respect and service.
- Ability to support Walker Methodist's Vision: As the leading senior services provider, Walker Methodist offers the best place to live and work.
- Ability to model Walker Methodist's Values: Respect. Imagination. Collaboration.
Preferred qualifications:
- ACSM, NSCA, ACE or NASM certification or equivalent nationally-recognized certification
- Knowledge of bio-mechanics and postural issues and general knowledge of pharmacology
- Experience working in a non-profit healthcare environment
- Experience leading group exercise classes and/or nationally recognized group exercise certifications
Additional Information
Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge offers competitive salaries and benefits.
Mission: Life. And all the living that goes with it. Enhancing the lives of older adults through a culture of care, respect and service.
Vision: As the leading senior services provider, Walker Methodist offers the best place to live and work.
Values: Respect. Imagination. Collaboration.
Customer Service Standards
- Every interaction is significant
- Everyone makes a difference
- Create the best place to live and work
- Delight the customer
https://www.walkermethodist.org/careers/
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer