Fitness Trainer and Group Class Instructor

@ 616 Linden Ponds, Inc.
616 Linden Ponds, Inc.616lindenponds,inc..com

Fitness Trainer and Group Class Instructor

Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living is a 108-acre retirement community dedicated to improving residents' lives through wellness, active living, and compassionate care. We seek an energetic Fitness Specialist to promote health and fitness for older adults, offering growth and excellent benefits.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year related experience
  • CPR/First Aid certification
  • Experience evaluating fitness programs for seniors
  • Personal Training experience preferred

Qualifications

  • Certification through a national organization
  • Ability to build relationships with residents
  • Knowledge of senior fitness needs
  • Energetic, caring personality

Full job description

Location:

Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living

Are you passionate about helping older adults stay active and healthy? Do you love leading fun, engaging, and effective group fitness classes?

We're looking for an enthusiastic Fitness Specialist to join our team - no sales, upselling, or quotas required. Just bring your energy, expertise, and heart for making a difference!

Compensation: range $21-$26 hourly based on previous experience.

What we offer   

  • Growth Opportunities – 3 recent promotions on this team created this opening!
  • Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
  • PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours.
  • Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
  • 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
  • A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values

How you will make an impact

  • Performing fitness assessments.
  • Prescribing an appropriate exercise program, including flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular training.
  • Educating and evaluating members on proper exercise techniques.
  • Assisting with coordination and implementation of Wellness programs.
  • Maintaining a clean and safe fitness area for members.
  • Building strong relationships with residents and staff, encouraging them to be physically active.

What you will need 

  • Minimum of 1-year related work experience
  • Current CPR/First Aid certifications.
  • Certification through a national organization (ex: ACSM, ACE, SFA, AFAA) is preferred.
  • Experience in evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
  • Personal Training Experience preferred

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Linden Ponds is a beautiful 108-acre continuing care retirement community located on the South Shore in Hingham, Massachusetts. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Linden Ponds helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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