Job Description Job Title: Fitness Coordinator Location: Eastcastle Place
Salary: $18.00/hour (based on experience) Sign-On Bonus: $1,500
Position Type: Full time, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 40 hours/week (Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm)
Are you a charismatic and compassionate fitness professional who is passionate about wellness in senior living? Do you thrive in an environment where you can inspire others to stay mobile, healthy, and independent? At Eastcastle Place, we're looking for a Fitness Coordinator who is skilled in wellness programming, group exercise and able to modify exercises to meet the ability levels of the residents.
For over 140 years, Eastcastle Place has been a cornerstone in senior living, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for residents across all levels of care. We take pride in helping our community live actively and meaningfully-and we're seeking someone who's ready to embrace the rewards (and occasional challenges) of working with one of the wisest, most experienced populations.
We are seeking a confident, creative, and patient Fitness Coordinator to join our Life Enrichment team. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and leading engaging fitness programs tailored to the needs of our residents across all levels of care, while fostering relationships built on mutual respect and trust. You'll need a positive mindset, a strong backbone, and a heart for service. You'll work closely with other enrichment staff, nursing personnel, and wellness professionals to ensure our residents are supported physically, mentally, and emotionally through safe and fun physical activity.
What You Will Do: - Provide one-on-one exercise support for residents with specific needs or goals, while appropriately modeling safe and proper use of fitness equipment and form,
- Use appropriate format for every class; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down.
- Design and lead group fitness classes tailored to seniors, and modify movements to accommodate different levels of fitness depending on participants' capabilities and/or limitations during class.
- Encourage resident participation and provide motivation to improve or maintain physical health.
- Ability to strategically plan with PT sessions and create a curriculum for PT and group sessions
- Maintain resident files and assessments related to the fitness program. Maintains necessary attendance/participation and progress reports. Maintain confidentiality and appropriate safeguards on participant health records.
- Perform initial assessments and orientation for residents to actively participate in fitness programs and activities.
- Follow standards for participant and facility of Eastcastle Place safety guidelines.
- Provide a consistent message of health to Eastcastle residents and staff.
- Maintain all fitness and wellness equipment in a clean and safe condition.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and adapt programming to meet varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Contribute to Eastcastle's wellness culture by modeling positive, health-oriented behaviors.
What You Will Bring: - High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of one-on-one fitness training experience
- Minimum of 1 year experience leading group fitness classes
- Prior experience working with seniors preferred
- Valid driver's license and willingness to transport seniors to activities
- Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Skilled in adaptability, quick thinking, and problem resolution
- Ability to connect with older adults in a respectful, professional manner
- Positive, creative, and proactive approach to health and wellness
Why You'll Love Us: At Eastcastle Place, we foster a compassionate and supportive environment for both staff and residents, treating everyone with integrity, dignity, and respect. Our team consists of highly qualified individuals who serve with enthusiasm and a commitment to quality. As an Eastcastle Place employee you will have access to the following benefits:
- Health Insurance through WPS
- With potential Teledoc options
- Available FSA and HSA
- Pharmacy Benefit Manager through MyMedOne
- Dental, and Vision Insurance through Guardian Health
- Life Insurance through Guardian Health
- Short term Disability through Guardian Health
- 401(k) with matching after 1 year
- Paid Time Off based on FTE status
- Tuition Reimbursement through scholarships
- Holiday Pay
- Maternity Benefits
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Free surface parking and Bus line access
- Line 30 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away
- Line 21 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away
- Line 30 (Maryland + Bradford) 2 blocks away
- Discounted lunch/meal program
- Free onsite fitness center and pool
- Employee Rewards and Recognition program
DEI Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our staff members. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
EOE Statement: Eastcastle Place is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without discriminate to race, national origin, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status or other legally protected status.
Disclaimer Statement: Eastcastle Place is a Senior Living and Health Services Facility.
Applicants must be 18 years or older. Applicants that are offered a position are subject to undergo a caregiver background check and drug screen. Flu shots are required to obtain within 30 days of starting during flu season. Further disclosure and authorization is provided during the interview process. With any questions or concerns please contact our HR Department.