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Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people!

We are looking for a dynamic individual to be a Fitness Consultant for our Halifax Campus!

Responsible to the Manager, Community Recreation & Wellness the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Nationally recognized Fitness Certification (e.g. CanFitPro, NSFA, CFES)
• Experience working with high or at risk elderly population preferred including dementia
• Experience with weight room supervision
• Knowledge of the following: Health and Fitness, Dementia and other cognitive impairments, Flexibility, Anatomy, Physiology, Exercise Equipment, Free Weight Exercise, Documentation, Core Stabilization & Therapeutic Stretching, Computer Literacy, Risk Management Procedures, Environmental Hazard Awareness
• Must have the following attributes: Patience, Professionalism, Supportive, Respectful, Concern for Others, Cooperation, Positive Attitude, Self-motivated, Energetic
• Must have the following abilities: Follow Employer Policies, Problem Sensitivity, Lifts and Transfers (50lbs), Stamina, Working Independently
• Must be Patient, Professional, Supportive, Respectful, Concern for others, Cooperative, Positive Attitude, Self-motivated and Energetic.
• Must have regular and consistent attendance within the corporate Standard

Responsibilities:

• Completes orientations with new clients
• Designs and instructs clients on a well-rounded exercise program specified to their needs (including warm-up, stretching, strength training and cardiovascular)
• Teaches fitness classes
• Performs administrative duties (e.g. filing, collecting fees, tracking members, membership recruitment, answering phone calls, etc.)

Hours: 40 hours bi-weekly ( shift length varies )

Effective: Immmediately

If you are interested in applying for this career opportunity please click APPLY!

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.northwood.care

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.