POSITION SUMMARY

This position works very closely with the Wellness Directorand Wellness Coordinator in all aspects of wellness programming. The positionalso manages daily and/or evening functions of fitness center and fitnesscontractors. Leads exercise classes andconducts personal instruction when needed. Coordinator will conduct Senior Fitness Evaluations when assigned and asneeded. Position must provide a safe,comfortable atmosphere for members, residents and program participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Enjoy, be skilled at andunderstand the importance of medical fitness, professionalism, and buildingrelationships with people.
• Ability to effectivelycommunicate information on programs and how they benefit individuals.
• Ability to respond tosafety and emergency situations.
• Excellent customerservice
• Document and trackoutcomes
• Apply recognized exerciseprotocols
• Instruct and motivate
• Computer proficiency inword processing and spreadsheet applications
• Demonstrated leadershipskills
• Demonstratedorganizational skills
• Strong oral and writtencommunication skills
• Lead exercise classes,conduct fitness assessments, calculate heart rate zones,
• teach one-to-one,demonstrate exercise equipment
• Visible and available toassist residents and members
• Encourage all toparticipate in other programs
• Increased memberretention
• All other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
• Fitness /Exercise Certification
• 1-3years of experience working with actively aging population but not necessary
• CPR/AEDcertification
• WaterRescue and Survival certification

SKILLS

Exercise participation and knowledge to conduct a water or land base class
Expertise in fitness and exercise field
Knowledge of disease management and exercise and how they co-exist in a fitness plan
Must obtain knowledge of what is a safe fitness environment for all participates

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Mustbe able to lift and carry 50lbs.
• Requireshigh mobility, standing, walking, bending, climb stairs, enter and exit theswimming pool and sitting a majority time of a daily shift.
• Staffmust be friendly and professional at all times.
• Exerciseat a low, moderate or high intensity for an extended period of time.
• Jobis performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Christwood's Community Center is a 23,000 square foot state of the art Wellness Center located at 100 ChristwoodBlvd. Christwood'sMission is to help Seniors live with dignity, independence and the assurance ofneeded physical, spiritual and medical care. Christwood will also foster,sponsor, organize, develop, and participate in other activities of acharitable, educational, or scientific nature compatible with its Mission.

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