Wellness Specialist

About the role

Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is seeking an energetic, passionate, and certified Wellness Specialist to lead engaging fitness and wellness programs designed specifically for older adults. This role plays a vital part in promoting physical health, independence, and overall well-being within our vibrant senior living community.

What Solera Offers You

• A growing company with opportunities for career advancement
• Immediate pay access — no more waiting for payday
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks and employee discount programs

Position Summary

The Wellness Specialist is responsible for designing and leading safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes tailored to senior residents in independent living, assisted living, and memory care settings. This role partners closely with the Life Enrichment team to support holistic wellness programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes such as strength training, balance, flexibility, stretching, chair exercise, and low-impact cardio
• Develop fitness programming appropriate for varying ability levels
• Manage the community fitness center, including equipment oversight, safety monitoring, and resident instruction on proper exercise technique and machine use
• Ensure resident safety by modifying exercises as needed
• Conduct basic wellness assessments when appropriate
• Encourage participation and build positive relationships with residents
• Support community wellness events and special programming
• Maintain accurate attendance and participation records
• Uphold all safety standards and emergency response protocols

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate exercises and proper form
• Ability to stand, bend, lift light fitness equipment, and move throughout the community
• Ability to assist residents safely when needed

Qualifications

• Kinesiology certification required
• Experience leading fitness classes for older adults strongly preferred
• CPR / First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and motivational skills
• Passion for working with seniors
• Ability to adapt programming to meet individual needs