Fitness / Wellness Associate

Company: Senior Living Communities
Location: Charleston
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Do you desire to work for a company where its team members have rated it "A Great Place to Work" and where you can make a difference in a senior's life? Then check out this opportunity! Wellmore of Daniel Island cares about the individuals who serve our members and is seeking qualified individuals who truly desire to work in a team environment helping others. You can start the New Year with a new job or advance your career. Now accepting applications for Wellness Associate. This position collaborates to deliver outstanding customer service and develop an engaging wellness program for the members/residents that integrates and meets their interests and needs.Experience and Skills:A. Education- High school graduation or GED required.- Four year college or university degree desired (Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, Recreational Therapy or Health Promotion).- Certifications in CPR, AED, and Group Exercise REQUIRED.- Certifications from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, ASFA, NSCA or other nationally recognized and accredited fitness association preferred.- Aquatic certification preferred.B. Direct Previous Experience- Group Exercise instructor experience required.- Three years experience as a personal trainer desired.- Three years of exercise or wellness experience with seniors desired.- One to three years experience teaching aquatic based classes desired.C. Skills:- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) plus thewillingness to learn other computer programs if required.- Ability to work with minimal or close supervision.- Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level ofconfidentiality.- Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record as specified by the Company and by the Company's automobile insurance carrier.D. Abilities:- Work indoors for the majority of the work day (fluorescent lights, HVACsystem, carpeted, concrete and tile flooring, normal exercise and pool facilitynoise levels and temperatures).- Climb up to two flights of stairs occasionally.- Lift objects of 25 pounds or less over the head.- Move objects of 40 pounds or less.- Ability to work in time-sensitive or stressful situations.- Sit in a chair / stand for extended periods.- Respond to medical emergencies in all areas of the community as needed.- Assist with member/resident evacuations.BenefitsWe offer 21 days of PTO your first year + PTO Payout Program - request up to 50% of earned/unused PTO for payout EVERY pay period. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance & 401k with match.

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