Health & Fitness Manager

We enrich the lives of those we serve by providing a nurturing environment that fosters joy, purpose, and well-being. The Sharon at SouthPark is a continuing care retirement community for senior residents located near the heart of SouthPark. We are a non-profit long term care facility that offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. At The Sharon at SouthPark our team member's number one responsibility is to deliver compassionate resident care every time!

SUMMARY

The Health and Fitness Manager (HFM) will operate, in conjunction with the Director of Vitality and Well-being (DVW), and support a comprehensive, multi-dimensional and holistic program of offerings for the residents and employees of The Sharon at SouthPark. The overall goal of the position will be to develop, implement, and maintain a robust fitness/aquatics program to foster and support a culture of Vitality and Well-being. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represents the company in a positive manner while creating an environment that fosters respect and courtesy for residents, employees, vendors and professional partners alike. Works within the company programs to promote safety and the well-being of all residents and employees.
• Upholds the company’s Mission Statement.
• Maintains HIPAA standards in regard to all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
• Manages all fitness/aquatics staff; including participation in their hiring, evaluation, recruitment, promotion, and discharge.
• Reviews needs and desires of residents with DVW to create a list of potential programs to meet said needs and desires. The dimensions of wellness to be included in this discovery are emotional, environmental, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational. 
• Designs, implements and oversees determined programs. This includes but is not limited to research, assessment selection or creation, program design, marketing, communication, delivery, and follow-up of program to the residents and/or team members. 
• Participates in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings as determined by DVW. 
• Participates in and/or leads resident classes, programs, or events.
• Contributes to resident and team member communication with wellness and health related tips and/or content. 
• Oversees and/or assigns resident fitness orientations in the Fitness Room. 
• Oversees and/or assigns the Vitality Discovery process for new and existing residents. This includes but is not limited to assisting with paperwork (health history, goal setting), conducting a Senior Fitness Test, and constructing recommendations for the residents based on an exercise prescription basis. 
• Oversees, contributes to, maintains and reports participation data for the Vitality and Well-being Department; includes daily tracking and data entry into a web-based benchmark system. 
• Advocate for health promotion in the community and serves as a role model to staff and residents exemplifying high professional expertise and health-enhancing behaviors. 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.
• Responsible for knowledge of fire and safety procedures including those involving blood-borne pathogens.
• Remains in proper attire at all times and maintains a high standard of appearance.
• Participates in professional improvement workshops, seminars and meetings which allow continued education on current affairs in active aging, wellness, programming, dementia and Alzheimer’s, and geriatric activity management.
• Interact well with residents, team members, prospects, vendors, and partners. 
• Maintains excellent resident and employee relations. Handles complaints and recommendations constructively.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Vitality and Well-being.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• B.S. or M.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field required. Masters preferred. 
• Certifications from ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NSCA, IDEA, or NASM required.
• 5-10 years of experience in the administration, management, supervision, program development/planning/implementation of a fitness/aquatics program preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience working with older adults preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for supervising other staff. 

SKILLS

• Willingness to work in an environment that changes daily based on the needs of the residents. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher) plus the willingness to learn other computer programs if required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work indoors for the majority of the workday (fluorescent lights, HVAC System, carpeted, hardwood and tile flooring, heated therapy pools, exercise equipment, normal gymnasium noise levels).

• Climb up to two flights of stairs occasionally.
• Lift objects of 25 pounds or less over the head. 
• Move objects of 40 pounds or less.
• Sit in a chair or remain standing for extended periods.
• Drive or fly lengthy distances as required.
• Respond to medical emergencies, if necessary.
• Assist with resident evacuations, if necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to inside environmental conditions and on occasion, could be exposed to blood and other bodily fluids.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

The Sharon at SouthPark is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Taking care of our residents begins with taking care of our Employees.

Per company policy Proof of Influenza vaccine and/or approved medical/religious exemption is required for all employees.