If you have a passion for empowering others along their journey to better health, we invite you to explore this opportunity! HealthFitness is looking for a full-time, benefits eligible, Health Fitness Professional to join the team at our client site located in New York, NY. Be a part of a supportive, energetic environment where your passion for health and fitness can make a meaningful impact on our community's wellness.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, varied shifts of 5:30am-1pm or 11:30am-8pm
Key Accountabilities:
Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.
Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions.
Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.
Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program and equipment orientations.
Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.
Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or the equivalent combination of education, industry experience and current certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
Current Adult First Aid and CPR/AED certifications from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute required by start date. Note: certification must have an in-person component and not 100% online/OSHA compliant)
Personal Training certification from an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved provider required.
Industry recognized Group Exercise certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA required; if not current will be required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to navigate electronic onboarding and timecard systems.
Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.
Preferred:
Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands including project coordination.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.
Come join HealthFitness! Join a team that will not only utilize your current skills but will enhance them as well. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO and FSA options, retirement/401(k) with employer matching program, fitness and wellness programs incentivized with medical plan discounts, certification reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement, paid new parent leave, paid Holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full-time associates), volunteer paid time off and much more.