Fitness Instructor - Grey, Canada - VON Canada (Ontario)
Description
Requisition Details:
Employment Status:
Casual
Program Name:
SMART
Work Schedule:
Days, Evenings, Including Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit:
OPSEU
On-Call:
No
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Lead weekly classes under the direction of the PT/PTA
- Work toward fulfillment of client goals as outlined on PT/PTA assessment
- Participate in ongoing review of service delivery process and evaluation
- Attend any educational inservices that are deemed appropriate by PT and/or supervisor
- Adhere to VON Canada policies
- Reports any situations that are deemed uncomfortable 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
Qualification:
- Current VON
SMART Certification as a Group Fitness Instructor preferred - CCAA Certification as a Seniors Fitness Instructor and/or equivalent is required at the time of hire or within 3 months from time of hire.
- A combination of related education and experience will be considered
- Experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults
- Experience teaching specialized classes for chronic conditions i.e. Osteoporosis, Parkinson Disease, Diabetes, Osteoarthritis etc.
- Experience promoting health and wellbeing through physical activity
- Experience working in an assisted living environment i.e. recreation therapy
- Respect for privacy and confidentiality
- Dependability and trustworthiness
- Compassion and Caring
- Good communication and active listening skills
Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance:
- Pre-health assessment may be required
- First Aid/CPR certification
- 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:
Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements
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