Fitness Specialist Job at Goodwin Living in Falls Church

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About The Position

Position is primarily responsible for working under the direction of the Fitness Manager in developing and implementing a comprehensive physical fitness program, overseeing the fitness center, conducting exercise classes, performing physical assessments, monitoring individual exercise programs, and conducting personal training. These activities involve older adults who have a wide range of physical and cognitive capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts exercise classes regularly according to departmental guidelines; monitors participant exercise techniques for safety.
• Solicits and encourages resident participation in fitness programs by visiting with new residents, writing articles of interest for newsletter, and demonstrating exercise techniques to enhance understanding.
• Contributes to the oversight of fitness center equipment.
• Responsible for organizing, publicizing, and implementing the participation of GHBC residents in the NOVA Sr. Olympics.
• Maintains an inventory of equipment and offers recommendations for updates to equipment as needed.
• Performs individual physical assessments of residents to develop and implement an exercise program according to abilities and needs.
• Monitors individual exercise programs of residents for progress and makes modifications as needed; ensures physician permission forms are up-to-date and on file.
• Designs and implements exercise and/or wellness programs according to resident interest, safety, and individual health benefit.
• Develops and submits budget for overall fitness program; monitors expenditures for compliance with budgetary guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline preferred but not required (exercise science) or equivalent. Personal training certification such as ACSM, ACE required. Additional certifications in specialized areas focused on fitness for older adults/water aerobics, etc.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in senior physical fitness, therapy, anatomy, or related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must have computer skills in basic word processing.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with others.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan - 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose. As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Northern Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is reflected in the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, including #3 in 2025. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We value diversity and foster talent.

We’re an inclusive work culture that supports continuous learning and professional growth.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Non-profit Organizations

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