Fitness Instructor - Mississauga, Canada - VON Canada (Ontario)

VON Canada (Ontario)

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Mississauga, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status:
Permanent Part-Time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name:
SMART, Community Support Services

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 60

Work Schedule:
Days

On-Call:
No

Job Summary:

The SMART Program (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) provides in home one on one exercise sessions for older adults living independently in the community.

It is designed to promote an active, healthy lifestyle and reduce the risk of falls. All client visits are scheduled by the Coordinator. The Exercise Leader will implement the program in accordance with VON Standards.

Responsibilities:

Leads exercise sessions with clients in their homes under the direction of a Kinesiologist
Works toward fulfillment of client goals as outlined in their assessment
Participates in ongoing review of service delivery process and evaluation
Attends any educational inservices that are deemed appropriate by the Kinesiologist
Completes any program related administrative duties as needed
Assists the team in promoting the SMART program in the community
Adheres to VON Canada policies
Reports any situations that are deemed unsafe to their supervisor/manager
Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures
Reports any defect in any equipment which may endanger themselves or others
Functions and reports in compliance with the OHS legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Must have Canfit Pro or Certified Exercise Instructor or equivalent qualifications/certification (ie; R.Kin, CSEP, )

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Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle with current car insurance:

Must have valid CPR/First Aid Certification
Experience facilitating exercise programs for a senior population preferred
Innovative and flexible
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Fast-paced environment; Attention to Detail; Carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Grip; walk, Sit, Stand, Climb stairs; Fine hand movements.