Exercise Associate / Fitness Assistant

At Wellmore of Daniel Island, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work® and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Wellmore of Daniel Island?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We’re Looking for an Exercise Associate / Fitness Assistant:

An Exercise Associate / Fitness Assistant implements wellness programming and manages the delivery of wellness classes according to the specific needs / programs of the campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.

·         Implements standards of exercise, wellness and senior health on the campus while operating the wellness components in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the governing body in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

·         Designs and leads fitness based classes specific to the campus population.  Instructs classes or routines based on the determined level, health and mobility of the resident in order for the resident to gain in physical / mental health or to maintain current physical or mental status.

·         Ensures the safety and proper progression of residents participating in all responsible classes.

·         Maintains daily attendance records for all classes and progression of residents participating in the classes instructed.  Reports this data to the Wellness Coordinator.

·         Coordinates wellness and exercise opportunities with community agencies, physicians, families, residents, consultants, and other departments within the campus, if needed. 

·         Educates fitness participants as to self-protection from infectious diseases and promotes other safety precautions.

·         Communicates with the Wellness Coordinator, Administrator, other staff, or health care professionals any changes in resident conditions or abnormal behavior.

·         Assists residents in transferring or ambulating as necessary to participate in wellness classes.

·         Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.

·         Other duties as assigned.

 

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

·         Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.

·         Communication – Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.

·         Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive.  Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity.  Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.

·         Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions.  The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.

·         Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things

·         Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed.  Exhibits patience and comp