Fitness Instructor, Smart

2 days ago

Hamilton, Canada VON Canada (Ontario) Full time

**Requisition Details**:
Employment Status: Permanent Part-Time (0.8 FTE)
Program Name: SMART, Community Support Services

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 60
Work Schedule: Days

Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
On-Call: No

**Job Summary**:
The SMART Program (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) provides exercise sessions for older adults living independently in the community. It is designed to promote an active, healthy lifestyle and reduce the risk of falls. All client visits are scheduled by the Coordinator. The Exercise Leader will implement the program in accordance with VON Standards.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Leads fitness classes.
- Works toward fulfillment of client goals as outlined on assessment.
- Participates in on-going review of service delivery process and evaluation.
- Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by PT and/or coordinator.
- May provide fall prevention education as directed by Coordinator and/or regulated professionals.
- Reports any situations that are deemed inappropriate to their PT/coordinator.
- Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures.
- Reports any defect in any equipment which may endanger themselves or others.
- Functions and reports in compliance with the OHS legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures

**External and Internal Relationships**:

- Frequent interaction with Coordinator, Physiotherapist and clients.

**Education, Designations and Experience**:

- High school graduate.
- CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor and/or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults including experience teaching specialized classes for chronic conditions i.e. Osteoporosis, Parkinson Disease, Diabetes, Osteoarthritis etc. is an asset.
- Experience promoting health and well-being through physical activity.
- Experience working in an assisted living environment i.e. recreation therapy is an asset.
- Bilingual in French/English is an asset.

**Skill Requirements**:

- Respect for privacy and confidentiality.
- Dependability and trustworthiness.
- Good communication and active listening skills.
- Capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

**Other**:

- Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle Insurance.
- Current criminal background check including a vulnerable sector screen is required.
- The use of Personal Protective Equipment will be required

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
- Other terms commonly searched for this type of opportunity: Kinesiologist, Physiotherapy Assistant, Exercise Therapist, PTA_

  • Fitness Instructor, SMART Program

    2 days ago

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada VON Canada Full time

    Description Position at VON Canada (Ontario) Requisition Details:   Employment Status: CasualProgram Name: SMART Program Work Schedule: DaysUnion/Bargaining Unit: OPSEUOn-Call: No      Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.   Job Summary:   The Fitness Instructor is responsible for...

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    2 hours ago

    Hamilton, Canada Crunch Fitness Full time

    **GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR AND/OR HIITZONE COACH** Are you a Group Fitness Instructor, a Small Group Training Coach/Personal Trainer, or a Fitness & Wellness Student who is ready to fuse fitness and entertainment to make serious fitness fun? We need YOU. We need your energy, your passion, and your drive. We need your smile. Welcome to Crunch Fitness. Our...

  • Fitness Instructor, SMART Program

    6 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada VON Full time

    Description Position at VON Canada (Ontario) Requisition Details:Employment Status: CasualProgram Name: SMART Program Work Schedule: DaysUnion/Bargaining Unit: OPSEUOn-Call: No Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.Job Summary:The Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing client-centred,...

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Crunch Fitness Canada Full time

    **HERE WE GROW AGAIN!** Come join us and become part of the greatest growth story to ever be told in the fitness industry. Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious fitness fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Limits. Crunch Fitness is looking for energetic, enthusiastic people that are passionate about health...

  • Fitness Instructor, Smart, Part-time 0.7

    5 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada VON Canada (Ontario) Full time

    **Requisition Details**: Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.7 FTE) Program Name: SMART, Community Support Services Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 52 Work Schedule: Days Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU On-Call: No **Job Summary**: The SMART Program (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) provides exercise sessions for older adults living independently...

  • Group Fitness Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada Crunch Fitness Canada Full time

    **Benefits**: - Flexible schedule - Opportunity for advancement - Training & development **Position Overview**: **What You’ll Do**: **Day-to-Day** - Prepare 3-5 social media posts (reels or stories) per week on the club Instagram account (2 hours/week) - Support Instructors to find coverage for classes (2-3 hours/week) - Meet weekly with the Club Manager...

  • Group Fitness Instructors

    1 week ago

    Hamilton, Canada Boutique Fit Full time

    **Instructors to teach out our boutique facility. **_(Auditions begin Feburary 2019 for classes) _ - **Instructors**:_ We are looking to add instructors who have a strong sense of community, fitness knowledge, and are full of passion. We expect teamwork, charisma, people-oriented instructors to join our team and transform the lives of our members. These...

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    1 week ago

    Hamilton, Canada CrunchFitnessCanada (CFC002) Full time

    **Benefits/Perks** - Career Growth Opportunity - Competitive Compensation - Complimentary Crunch Gym Membership - Discounts on services, products, and more! - A seriously fun work environment! - Training and Development Programs **Company Overview** Working at Crunch is more than a job, its an opportunity to inspire others to reach their fitness goals. At...

  • Fitness Instructor I

    6 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada City of Hamilton Full time

    SUMMARY OF DUTIES Reporting to the Recreation or Aquatic Supervisor within one or more Recreation Centres, this position is responsible for the instruction and leading of participants in program and activities requiring specialized fitness instruction, both on-land and in-water. The certified instructor will lead the fitness classes as required by their...

  • Group Fitness Instructors

    7 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada YMCA HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford Full time

    **Group Fitness Instructors - (Yoga, Zumba, Aquafit, CycleFit, Boot Camp & HIIT)** Les ChaterFamily YMCA 356 Rymal Road East Hamilton, ON L9B 1C2 **Hourly Wage**:$25.50/hour **Position Status**: Part-Time **Placement**:Immediate **Nature & Scope** The Group Fitness Instructor - (Yoga, Zumba, Aquafit, CycleFit, Boot Camp & HIIT) will be responsible for the...