Where is this Exercise Specialist - Aquatics job located?

Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Exercise Specialist - Aquatics role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Exercise Specialist - Aquatics position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

What is the expected salary for this Exercise Specialist - Aquatics job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Exercise Specialist - Aquatics position at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network?

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Exercise Specialist - Aquatics at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network | Jobs and Employment

Exercise Specialist - Aquatics

This position will have an Aquatic focus. Experience in aquatic exercise and swimming skills preferred.

JOB SUMMARY
- The exercise specialist will perform exercise-related client care services at Good Shepherd’s fitness center. This position requires direct client contact, program development, related marketing and educational services. Will provide supervision of all fitness program staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- SKILLS
  - Delivers quality care by using objective measurements to develop an effective, comprehensive, appropriate exercise prescription
  - Pursues educational opportunities
  - Shares knowledge with others
  - Uses knowledge to develop exercise programs to achieve client’s goals
  - Customizes exercise & communications to individual clients and their needs (IE cultural & cognitive)
- WORK ENVIRONMENT
  - Assures equipment is maintained in good working condition, reports malfunctioning equipment
  - Assures equipment is kept clean
  - Oversees safe and proper use of exercise equipment
- TEAM EFFORT
  - Demonstrates flexibility to help others (IE provide pool coverage, adjust work schedule to meet needs)
  - Program development & involvement
  - Shares knowledge with therapists and other clinical staff
  - Embraces change and promotes positive work environment
- COMPLIES WITH PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  - By maintaining current knowledge and certification requirements in both the exercise and medical fields, as well as maintain membership in national / local organizations.
- MARKETING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
  - Coordinate, per direct request of supervisor, all aspects (marketing, client complaints, staff coverage, statistics, and financial responsibilities) of specified Fitness / Wellness Program and maintains effective communication of program operations to supervisor.
  - Provide input to marketing / advertising mailings, publications, articles, health fairs, and presentations toward the advancement of the department.
QUALIFICATIONS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  - Education
    - Bachelor’s Degree required from an accredited program in exercise physiology, physical education, kinesiology, or other exercise related fields - required
    - Master's Degree preferred
  - Work Experience
    - 1-2 years of stress testing, exercise prescription, personal training and human performance testing experience required
    - Previous experience in cardiac rehabilitation preferred
  - Licenses / Certifications
    - N/A

Exercise Specialist - Aquatics at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network – Allentown, Pennsylvania

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