Fitness Specialist

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Location:

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Part Time Fitness Specialist ( 20 hours per week) to join our team. The Fitness Specialist will assess, monitor, and develop individual fitness programs for residents.

What we offer

Compensation: $22-25 per hour, commensurate with experience
A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

Performing fitness assessments which include vital signs.
Prescribing an appropriate exercise program, including flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular training.
Educating and evaluating members on proper exercise techniques.
Assisting with coordination and implementation of Wellness programs.
Maintaining a clean and safe fitness area for members.
Building strong relationships with residents and staff, encouraging them to be physically active.

What you will need

Minimum of 1-year related work experience
Current CPR/First Aid certifications.
Experience in evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
Personal Training Experience preferred

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law

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