Fitness & Aquatics Specialist

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$28.00/hr - $32.00/hr

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Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.

Goodwin Living ranks #2 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and value

About the Position

Position assists with developing and implementing a comprehensive physical fitness program including conducting exercise and recreation classes, aquatics classes and overseeing the fitness center. May be called upon to monitor individual exercise programs and perform physical assessments.

This position pays $28-$32/hr

Job Duties

• Assists in monitoring daily operations and maintenance of fitness and aquatic centers.
• Assists with coordination, promotion and implementation of Wellness programs.
• Instructs group exercise classes, both land and aquatic.
• Oversees the fitness center to ensure equipment is clean, safe, functioning properly and participants are using equipment correctly.
• Evaluates, corrects and instructs participants on proper exercise techniques.
• Performs individual physical assessments of residents to develop and implement an exercise program according to abilities and needs.
• Monitors individual exercise programs of residents for progress and makes modifications as needed; ensures physician permission forms are up-to-date and on file.
• Schedules appointments and performs other administrative duties as needed.
• Develops networks within the community and makes appropriate referrals to other professional services.
• Communicates with the Clinic and Therapy Departments regarding residents.
• Builds relationships with residents and staff, encouraging them to be more physically active.

Job Qualifications

• Experience required with providing guidance/supervision to senior population.
• Professional certifications such as CTRS, ACSM, ACE preferred. WSI certification a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must have computer skills in basic word processing.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must have current CPR/AED/FA certification.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Daily Pay:
  Work and get paid the same day!
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

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