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, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve—so that everyone is supported.
About The Role
Launch your career with HealthFitness in downtown Chicago! Bring your energy and passion for wellness to HealthFitness as a full-time Health Fitness Professional at our corporate fitness center conveniently located near Union Station on LaSalle. In this hands-on role, you'll build relationships with members, support fitness programs, teach classes, and help create a welcoming environment that inspires healthy lifestyles.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Shifts from 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Summer Fridays ending at 4:00 PM
- Gain valuable experience in a dynamic corporate wellness setting
Responsibilities
- Coordinates, implements, and/or delivers health and fitness programs and services, promotions, and outreach activities.
- Provides outstanding service to members and program participants to maximize participation, outcomes, and customer satisfaction.
- Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.
- Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
- Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs and promotions.
- Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities, and goals.
- Researches health and fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
- Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program, and equipment orientations.
- Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
- Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters, and other marketing and communication materials.
- Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of student interns.
- 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, along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
- OSHA compliant Adult/Child First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute required by start date.
- Industry recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT, or NETA; if not current, will be required within 60 days of hire.
- NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency; if not current, will be required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills, including the ability to motivate others.
- Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands, including project coordination.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
Pay
The compensation range for this role is $18.50 - $20.50 per hour. 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.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO, and FSA options
- Retirement/401(k) with employer matching program
- Fitness and wellness programs incentivized 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