Fitness and Wellness Coordinator

Fitness and Wellness Coordinator

The Fitness and Wellness Coordinator is responsible for planning and organizing the fitness program to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of residents. Along with other members of the Lifestyle Department and community associates, the Wellness Coordinator delivers outstanding customer service and develops an enriching community program for the residents that integrate resident needs and interests into their daily routines.

Join our team at one of our senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, where we put Residents First while being team-focused and quality-centered. We put Residents First, and our team members matter! At Sagora, we invest in and empower our team members to move upward within the company and in their careers. Based on team member surveys, we are certified as a Great Place to Work! Apply now to join our dedicated team that cares, just like you!

Our Core Values areCommitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork!

Did you know that our name Sagora comes from the combination of two words – Sage, which means wisdom or wise person, and Agora, which means a gathering place. Our communities are a gathering place of wisdom!

Position Details:

Community Name: Prestonwood Court

Address: 7001 Plano Pkwy

Phone number: 

Status: Full-time

Shift(s): 

Benefits: 

• Company-paid telemedicine service for benefit-eligible team members
• On-Demand Pay – request a pay advance!
• Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more!
• Health/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flex Plan
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching!
• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Team Member Assistance Program – counseling services at the other end of the phone!
• Discounted Meal Tickets
• Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends!
• Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)
• Lasting relationships with our residents who have so much wisdom to share!

Responsibilities:

• Works within the Lifestyle program to promote safety and the well-being of all residents
• Implement standards of exercise, wellness, and senior health at the community
• Oversee accurate documentation concerning resident participation in the wellness program
• Lead and instruct exercise classes
• Create personalized wellness plans for residents
• Oversee the fitness center to ensure it is operated in a safe manner for the benefit of our residents

Skills/Requirements:

• Required:
• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience as an exercise instructor, personal trainer, or one or more year experience teaching aquatic exercise classes
• Certifications in CPR, AED, and Group Exercise
• Certification reflecting specialized training in fitness and exercise
• Positive, enthusiastic, professional communication skills, and multi-tasking skills
• Experience working with computer and various computer software to include, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with residents, families, guests, and other associates in English
• Must be physically able to respond to medical emergencies in all areas of the community and be able to assist with resident evacuations

Preferred:

• 4 year degree or certificate in sports science or exercise studies preferred
• 1 or more years of experience working with senior adults in a similar role
• Certifications from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, ASFA, NSCA
• Aquatic certifications

Sagora does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

Sagora is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.