Health Fitness Professional
HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on‑site and online, creating strong communities of health. Employees enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits, competitive pay, personal and professional support, training and development, and flexible employment opportunities.
About the Role
Turn your passion for health and fitness into a rewarding career! Join HealthFitness as a full‑time, benefits‑eligible Health Fitness Professional in New York, NY, where you’ll motivate and support individuals on their wellness journeys. You will be part of an energetic team dedicated to creating a healthier, stronger community through engaging fitness and wellbeing programs.
Schedule
40 hours per week; Monday‑Friday, 5:15 am – 1:45 pm.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the facility; interact with participants and monitor equipment and participant safety.
- Provide individual and group exercise instruction; educate participants on proper techniques to maximize safety and effectiveness.
- Coordinate and lead a variety of HealthFitness and program‑specific health improvement programs & promotions.
- Conduct fitness testing and assessments, advise participants of results, and design individualized programs to meet interests, abilities, and goals.
- Research health & fitness educational topics, identify appropriate participant materials, and conduct health education seminars/presentations.
- Participate in membership drives, enroll new participants, and conduct facility, program, and equipment orientations.
- Promote program offerings and conduct outreach activities to increase participation and re‑engage inactive participants.
- Create and maintain bulletin boards, newsletters, and other marketing & communication materials.
- Coordinate the internship program; oversee recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of student interns.
- Perform other duties as needed/assigned.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or 2+ years’ fitness and wellness industry experience.
- Fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness‑approved provider.
- OSHA‑compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute.
- NCCA‑accredited Personal Trainer certification from an industry‑recognized and HealthFitness‑approved agency.
- Industry‑recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT, or NETA (required within 90 days of hire).
- Pre‑employment drug test (and other standard hiring requirements).
- Preferred: proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills, including the ability to motivate others.
- Competency in delivering HealthFitness and site‑specific programs and services.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands, including project coordination.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
Pay
The compensation range for this role is $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, with additional commission opportunities for individuals holding an industry‑recognized and HealthFitness‑approved Personal Trainer certification. The final wage offer will be determined based on location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans (including HSA, PPO, and FSA options).
- Retirement/401(k) with employer matching program.
- Fitness and wellness program incentives with medical plan discounts.
- Certification reimbursement program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid new parent leave.
- Paid holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full‑time associates).
- Volunteer paid time off.
- Additional wellness and employee assistance resources.