Fitness Instructor role at VON, providing client-centered exercise programs for older adults. In-home and group sessions aimed at rehabilitation and health promotion activities.
Responsibilities
The Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing client-centered, evidence based, efficient care to individuals in their homes and community
Delivers exercises to clients under the direction of the Program Supervisor and/or designate associated with the program
Sets up physical class environment (chairs, equipment, etc.)
Develops, modifies and delivers low-impact, safe and effective group or in-home exercises that prevent injury, reduce risk of falls and provide therapeutic benefits for older adults
Incorporates specific attention to underlying medical issues and associated risks for high-risk and/or frail older adults
Identifies and effectively utilizes tools and resources for relevant work (i.e. resistance bands, exercise balls, weights, music and other such program enhancers)
Utilizes effective communication skills to obtain information from the clients
Promotes client independence through fitness and health promotion
Works toward fulfillment of client goals
Participates in on-going review of service delivery process and evaluation
Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by Program Supervisor
Provides fall prevention education as directed by Program Supervisor and/or designate
Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures.
Requirements
High school graduate
First Aid and CPR are required
Certification and/or certificate of completion as a Seniors Fitness Instructor and/or equivalent is required at the time of hire or within 3 months from time of hire
Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults including experience teaching specialized classes for chronic conditions is an asset
Experience working in a retirement home or assisted living environment is an asset
Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance
A current and original copy of a satisfactory criminal records check including a vulnerable sector screen is required
Ability to speak French is an asset in French designated areas.
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