Health Fitness Professional
About the role
HealthFitness is seeking a passionate Health Fitness Professional to join our team at a private corporate fitness center in Glenview, IL. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate wellness environment while supporting both fitness and recreation programming.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates, implements, and/or delivers health and fitness programs and services, promotions and outreach activities.
- Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
- Captures fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.
- Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
- Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
- Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.
- Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or higher in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or 2+ years’ fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
- OSHA compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute.
- Industry recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA: if not current, will be required within 30 days of start date.
- NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency; if not current, will be required within 60-90 days of start date.
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.
Qualifications
- None specified
Skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to motivate others.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $19 - $23/hour or annual. Additional commission opportunities for someone with an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved Personal Trainer certification. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.
Pay
The compensation range for this role is $19 - $23/hour or annual. Additional commission opportunities for someone with an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved Personal Trainer certification. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.
Schedule
Monday–Thursday, 10:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. (no weekends!) Hours: Full-time, 30 hours/week