Fitness Instructor

Overview

Presbyterian Homes & Services is seeking a Fitness Instructor for their team. The Fitness Instructor leads, instructs, and motivates individuals or groups in exercise activities in assigned PHS locations. This may include aquatic exercise activities if aquatic facilities are located on the assigned campus. The Fitness Instructor works with the Fitness Director to develop the curriculum and lesson plans necessary to ensure classes are delivered to address the wellness objectives of the participants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional classes in balance, strengthening, flexibility, endurance and additional topics which may be of benefit to the participants of the Fitness Center.
• In cooperation with the Fitness Director, develop and implement a curriculum and schedule of classes that will address the needs of the participants of the Fitness Center and provide the variety and frequency of classes to reach a wide spectrum of participants based upon regulations and established best practices.
• Supervise open swim as scheduled to monitor the utilization of the pool, and ensure the safety of all participants (sites with aquatic facilities only).
• Administer standardized assessments in a uniform manner.
• Educate and communicate to residents and caregivers on interventions and programs.
• Maintain a safe and clean fitness area and equipment.
• Monitor vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, respiration and oxygen saturation when applicable during fitness activities.
• Complete accurate, legible and timely documentation which supports the services provided.
• Accurately capture and bill for services provided when applicable, according to company policies and procedures.
• Manage schedule to meet the needs of the resident.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes in the department/organization.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a related field or equivalent experience in the fitness industry.
• Current nationally recognized certification in CPR.
• Current Personal Training Certification.
• Current Group Fitness Certification.
• The ability to relate professionally positively, and work cooperatively with residents, guests, families, and employees at all levels.
• The ability and willingness to travel to other PHS communities.

About This Community

Mill-Pond 1201 Southeast Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021, is situated on five acres south of First Street, just off of Delaware Avenue. Nearby Interstate 35 provides convenient access to all Polk County amenities and the greater Des Moines area. As an employee, you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: Off-Street Parking, Free employee meals. This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Care Center/Long Term Care.

Pay

$20.91 - $25.47 / hour

Schedule

Part-time Dayshift, flexible hours to meet business needs.