Fitness Instructor Job at Brookdale Lake Shore Drive
Overview:
Responsibilities:
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor. Qualifications:
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
Current Red Cross certification in CPR, lifeguarding and First Aid. Fitness certification through ACSM, ACE, Senior Fitness Association or related group.
Management/Decision Making
Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines. Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
Knowledge and Skills
Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Salary Range Information: $21.50 - $28.26 / hour
Make Lives Better Including Your Own!
Brookdale Lake Shore Drive is hiring a Fitness Instructor!
A Senior Living community specializing in Independent and Assisted Living
Benefits (Insurance) starting as low as $34 a month
Full Time
- Sunday - Thursday or
OR
- Tuesday - Saturday
Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career.
- We pride ourselves with a culture of caring. All leadership team members and associates partner together to make sure each resident feels like they are family.
- We recognize our staff with our monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus).
- We have an established Associate Committee to give our associates a voice.
- We have a diverse and fulfilling team environment and commit to providing our employees the support they need
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!
You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
- Variety of Associate Discounts
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
Develops and conducts fitness classes for the residents at Brookdale communities.
Works with the Wellness Director to develop the curriculum and lesson plans necessary to ensure classes are delivered to address the wellness objectives of the participants.- Instructs and leads fitness classes.
- Ensures the facilities and equipment are operating safely.
- Maintains a high level of sanitation.
- Uses spreadsheets to track participation.
- Ensures programs and services are being operated in accordance with Brookdale Senior Living policies and procedures as well as appropriate State and local regulations.
- Provides direct “hands-on” services and assistance for the participants of the fitness center.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Education and Experience
College degree in therapeutic recreation, physical therapy, exercise science, nutrition & fitness, or related field preferred.
College degree in therapeutic recreation, physical therapy, exercise science, nutrition & fitness, or related field preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
Current Red Cross certification in CPR, lifeguarding and First Aid. Fitness certification through ACSM, ACE, Senior Fitness Association or related group.
Management/Decision Making
Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines. Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
Knowledge and Skills
Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Standing
- Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
- Walking
- Sitting
- Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- Reach with hands and arms
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
- Climb or balance
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Talk or hear
- Ability to lift: Up to 25 pounds
- Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
- Requires Travel: Occasionally
- Vision
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
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