Fitness Specialist - Senior Living
2 Life Communities

Job Order #: 20557221

Brighton, MA 02135

Full Time

40 hours per week

POSTED 3/14/2024

EXPIRES 6/12/2024

Job Description

2LIFE COMMUNITIES provides superior housing to older adults of all backgrounds who can thrive independently within a supportive environment. We are a mission-driven organization with a vision whereby all older adults have the opportunity to age in community ? to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic and supportive environment. We are continually evolving support services to meet the needs of our diverse residents as they age.

Engage residents in diverse exercise classes, health, wellness, and expressive therapy programs that contribute to healthy aging through one-on-one and group sessions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
?    Facilitate and lead daily exercise classes for residents; upgrade and modify the level of exercise classes where appropriate
?    Teach specialized arthritis and balance classes
?    Evaluate residents for safe use of gym equipment, supervise their usage, and track the progress of all participants, including re-evaluating residents every six months
?    Assess resident competency by conducting evaluations before resident participation in the Fitness & Wellness gym usage program
?    Work with frail, isolated residents in their apartment one-on-one to encourage their participation in class and gym usage to combat isolation and support socialization
?    Collect and update all medical information for each resident
?    Facilitate the resident gym key entry program and rehab protocols in collaboration with resident?s physicians, PTs, and OTs
?    Participate in continuing education to stay current on best practices and research related to healthy aging
?    Collaborate with campus, resident-facing program staff to develop resident-centric programs
?    Participate in program evaluation
?    Assist Fund Development on grant applications

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
?    Train and supervise interns and volunteers assisting with the Fitness & Wellness Program
?    Track and monitor fitness expenses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
?    Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Health & Fitness required
?    Ability to work well with older adults, including those with cognitive or physical impairments
?    Ability to listen and establish trust and remain non-judgmental
?    Computer literate- Microsoft Office, Google WorkSpace, & Salesforce
?    Have sufficient transportation to travel as needed between all 2Life locations
                                                                                                                      
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
?    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, stretch, stand and lift (fitness) equipment up to 20 pounds.

How To Apply

MassHire and 2Life is working together to fill this position. Please submit resume and job order number to Jennifer at: jmckenna@masshiremsw.com

Address

30 Wallingford Road
Brighton, MA 02135

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Shift

First

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Per Diem Position

Not Specified

Union Position

No

Apprenticeship

No

Pay

Not Specified

Benefits

  • Major Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Vacation Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short Term Disability Leave
  • Long Term Disability Leave

Benefit Details

We offer a very rich benefit plan which for individuals adds 27% on top of the base pay and over 30% for employee +1 and families. Our rewards program includes but not limited to: Robust medical and dental plan Vision Employer-paid life and AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance 401(k) plan Paid vacation Paid holidays 2 floating holidays Pet insurance And more!

Name

Jennifer McKenna

Title

Business Service Representative

Email

jmckenna@masshiremsw.com

Phone

Not Specified

Address

MassHire Career Center
Framingham, MA 01701

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