About this role
When you work at SAGEWOOD, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!
SAGEWOOD is recruiting for a hospitality focused FITNESS SPECIALIST to join our team!
This position is part-time per diem (as needed)
Salary: $25 PER HOUR
The Fitness Specialist (“Specialist”) uses specialized educational experience and training combined with independent judgment to ensure quality in all areas of the Fitness Center, including but not limited to, exercise program design, fitness testing, nutritional advice, customer service, group exercise, and other Fitness Center and/or departmental initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree in a health-related field, preferably from a four-year college/university. Internship or work experience with older adult clientele preferred. Six months to one year of experience in the field preferred.
- Ability to teach basic balance, chair exercise and muscle conditioning group fitness classes; where applicable; aquatic experience preferred. Ability to safely and accurately prescribe exercise for older adult clientele using ACSM guidelines Certifications.
- Current Personal Trainer certification from an accredited organization. Current
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
HOSPITALITY PROMISES
Sagewood fully embraces a culture of hospitality.
- I greet guests warmly, by name and with a smile.
- I treat everyone with courteous respect.
- I strive to anticipate your needs and act accordingly.
- I listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
- I hold myself and other coworkers accountable.
- I make residents feel important.
- I embrace and value differences.
- I ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
- I maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.
- I pay attention to details.
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
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Other facts
About Life Care Services
The Cypress is Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, sitting on 65 sun-kissed acres in the heart of beautiful South Park. Throughout The Cypress’ history, our goal has always been to give our residents the best of everything. That includes an inspired lifestyle filled with activities and amenities, a variety of wellness opportunities, world-class healthcare, and financial stability from owning a home.
As a Life Plan Community, The Cypress is uniquely equipped to meet the different health care needs of its residents, from the most independent and able to those requiring more advanced levels of care. Every detail surrounding our healthcare model has been carefully considered to best ensure that residents can continue to experience the rich, full lives they deserve, even as their medical needs change. Located on campus, The Stewart Health Center is a Medicare-certified facility offering assisted living options, 24-hour skilled nursing care and dementia care for rehabilitative and long-term care programs, short-term recuperation and respite services for all Cypress residents.
When you work at The Cypress, you can see the difference your efforts make. Help or interact with a member once, and you’ve literally made a friend forever. If you’re interested in doing important work in a supportive, employee-friendly environment, please explore our current job opportunities: www.thecypressofcharlotte.com/careers/
What you'll do
- The Fitness Specialist ensures quality in all areas of the Fitness Center, including exercise program design and customer service. They will also provide fitness testing and nutritional advice to older adult clientele.
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