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FITNESS DIRECTOR

Company: Portside at Grande Dunes
Location: Myrtle Beach
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:


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Portside at Grande Dunes seeks compassionate and caring individuals who are dedicated to supporting exceptional senior living experiences. Working at Portside at Grande Dunes means you are part of the family. Each day is an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of those around you.
Full-time benefits include:


  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Daily Pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401K with employer match
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program

    Summary of Duties of the Fitness Director
    The Fitness Director is responsible for implementing standards of exercise, wellness, and senior health at the community and overseeing accurate documentation concerning programming and participation in the fitness program.
    Essential Functions of the Fitness Director

    • Follow established regulatory and company policies and procedures.
    • Encourage participation in exercise programs throughout the community which may include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care neighborhoods as well as employee programs.
    • Ensure diversity in classes to cover the six dimensions of wellness, which include: physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and occupational aspects of life.
    • Collaborate with Life Enrichment Director to enhance and implement programming.
    • Conduct Fitness Center orientation for residents, as applicable.
    • Offer and encourage private personal training sessions.
    • Coordinate with other departments, i.e. marketing, food service, activities, administration, housekeeping, and maintenance, to ensure the highest quality of life for residents.
    • Maintain a clean and organized Fitness Center and other areas that are used for physical activity, including sanitizing fitness equipment daily, vacuuming, dusting, and storing smaller equipment properly to avoid safety hazards.
    • Discuss with the Executive Director regarding beneficial equipment for Senior Fitness Training and place equipment orders accordingly.
    • Ensure hand sanitizer, tissues, cups, and water are readily available to the residents in the Fitness Center at all times.
    • If approached by a resident's family member to begin personal training with the resident, provide up-to-date training progress to the family member with the resident's consent.
    • If a resident is finishing physical therapy and transitioning to corrective/personal training, discuss with the Physical Therapist to ensure a smooth transition.
    • Conduct routine safety inspections on all equipment.
    • Respond to emergencies in the Fitness Center promptly and calmly.
    • Participate in resident care conferences and other community meetings as requested.
    • Support the mission, vision, and culture of the organization through positive communication and leadership.
    • Attend staff and leadership team meetings and stand-up meetings as scheduled.
    • Maintain punctual attendance and professional dress and appearance at all times.
    • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, rules, and expectations.
    • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

      Non-Essential Functions of the Fitness Director

      • Act on constructive feedback by listening to supervisor, residents, and peers and use it to improve performance.
      • Maintain resident, employee, and community confidentiality.
      • Know, follow, and understand resident's rights.
      • Demonstrate a positive attitude and ability to work well with all people, particularly seniors.
      • Promote a positive work environment that emphasizes teamwork.

        Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

        • Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Fitness, Health Science, or a related program.
        • Possess a genuine loving and caring attitude for seniors.
        • Must have up-to-date CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications.
        • Continued education on Fall Prevention and Balance Training.
        • Ability to train and teach.
        • Minimum of two years of experience in Senior Wellness and Exercise.
        • Must maintain computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Publisher.
        • Must be able to work well with others, have problem-solving skills, a valid driver's license, and transportation for work-related projects.
        • Ability to lift 40 lbs.
        • Physical requirements include bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, carrying, stretching, and walking; must have manual dexterity to operate a vehicle safely.
        • Be free of communicable disease.
        • Must be able to read, write, and speak in English.

          Grace Management is an equal opportunity employer to all regardless of race, color, age, origin, disability, history of disability, ancestry, gender, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or active military status, or other factors prohibited by law, and commits to prohibiting harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.

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Keywords: Portside at Grande Dunes, Wilmington , FITNESS DIRECTOR, Executive , Myrtle Beach, North Carolina

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