Physical Exercise Specialist

**WHO WE ARE**
CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.
**THE ROLE**
Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.

As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as the Physical Exercise Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with a very highly motivated and professional clientele who are eager to return to duty and improve their condition. Daily, you will lead reconditioning programs for Canadian Armed Forces members who may be affected with medical conditions and improve their functional abilities related to their physical limitations.

As the Physical Exercise Specialist, you will specifically oversee the implementation of the Aircrew Conditioning Program. The Aircrew Conditioning Program is a joint initiative of the Canadian Forces Health Services Group, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services, Defense Research and Development Canada, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. The Aircrew Conditioning Program consists of supervised and comprehensive exercises that target strength, cardio, mobility, core and neck muscles, and is a proactive program that can improve the physical health and performance of Air Force pilots throughout their careers.

Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services in collaboration with a highly professional team of health services practitioners. Other stakeholders will be at your disposal to ensure a client’s successful return to duty.
**QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED** Education, Certifications and Licenses**

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Human Kinetics, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences or in a related field

Current Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP)

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

**Experience**

In developing, implementing and delivering physical fitness programs

In preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions

In communications for professional and public audiences

In the delivery of adult education and facilitation of workshops

**Competencies, Skills and Abilities**

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership
**LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS** English Essential / **Bilingual (English and French) an asset**

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional
**BENEFITS AVAILABLE** Health Benefits**: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

**Work Life Balance**: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

**Retirement Planning**: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

**Learning and Development**: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

**Perks**: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
**OTHER INFORMATION**

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

**START DATE**
As soon as possible
**INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION**

Job Reference: CFMWS10988