Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located alongside the beautiful harbor in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community consists of 300 Independent Living Residential Units, a 33-bed (Medicare/private) Skilled Nursing Healthcare Unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living Unit, and 34-bed Memory Support Unit. 

We are seeking a highly qualified, Fitness Specialist, to join our team to assist in delivering excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support) with a passion for working with an elderly population. The Fitness Specialist is responsible for implementing wellness programs, with the goal of maintaining residents at their maximum potential level of functioning. The Specialist will instruct and motivate residents and employees in exercise classes, fitness centers, and one-on-one exercise. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in developing and providing wellness and fitness instruction for residents in a fun, safe, energizing manner.
• Promote programs and motivate attendance. Maintain a record of activities and attendance.
• Maintain fitness equipment and facilities and assist in keeping rooms in proper order.
• Coordinate with other staff members regarding use of facilities.
• Assist in preparation of monthly Community newsletter as well as assist with the planning, organizing, and functioning of various resident events.
• Attend in-service classes and staff meetings. Maintain various fitness certifications through training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

• At least 1 year of experience in the fitness industry, preferably with seniors and/or special needs 
• population.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• National certification such as ACSM, NSCA, AFFA, ACE preferred
• Silver Sneakers, Chair One, or similar fitness certification preferred.
• Adult CPR, First Aid, AED certification required.
• Ability to work effectively with special needs residents such as those in Health Care and Memory Support
• Ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work with the elderly population in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and 
• compassion, flexibility, and adaptability
• Ability to always perform duties with consideration for resident’s rights and demonstrate integrity and 
• discretion in the care of the residents and in handling their health information
• Ability to evaluate the status of individuals and follow fitness programs that are safe and effective
• Must be creative and motivated to work with the elderly population
• Must be comfortable speaking publicly
• Must by computer literate with good organizational skills
• Must demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be an active listener.
• Must be customer service oriented

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 
• Onsite Pharmacy Available 
• Convenience Store Located Onsite 
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance 
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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