Fitness Trainer/Instructor

Winchester Gardens is seeking an experienced Fitness Trainer/Instructor to join our team!

Winchester Gardens is a Springpoint Senior Living community located in Maplewood, NJ. We are seeking a full-time Fitness Trainer/Instructor to join our team. At Springpoint, the Fitness Trainer/Instructor is responsible for providing a high level of customer service while supervising the usage of the Fitness Center and/or leading any related community fitness and wellness programs. 

Responsibilities:

• Welcome, greet and provide assistance with regard to fitness center to residents or staff.
• Under the direction of the LivWell Director, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the ongoing operations of the fitness center and all related programming.
• Train, teach and/or instruct residents and possibly staff how to properly use/operate a variety of strength training and cardiovascular equipment, individually or in a group exercise class.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all policies and procedures concerning available fitness facilities and programs.
• Inspect the fitness center, all fitness equipment and pool area daily to ensure safety and compliance with current applicable regulations.
• Maintain records of the residents’ use of, and attendance in, any/all fitness and aquatic programming
• Complete all assignments during shift which may include cleaning and maintaining equipment.
• Inform LivWell Director or other department directors, as required, of potential hazards related to facility conditions or the physical limitations of its users.
• Work with the LivWell Director and the community as necessary to implement recommended changes as required.
• Attend and actively participate in all mandatory staff meetings and training sessions.
• Thoroughly complete any/all incident reports, report all injuries, and/or equipment problems to LivWell Director or appropriate department director.

Education and Experience:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent required
• College degree and/or nationally recognized Certification in Health, Fitness or Wellness-related field
• Experience working in an active older adult retirement community, physical therapy department and/or medical or hospital-cased fitness program preferred
• Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications as required at all times 

Comprehensive Benefits Package (Full Time):

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match (Once Eligible)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (including DailyPay!)
• Employee & Resident Bonus Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Career Opportunities

Pay Range: $18.00-$22.00/hour