Personal Trainer, HWC Lifestyles/ Medical Fitness, Per Diem, Evening

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Medical Fitness, the Personal Trainer is responsible for assessing their clients' physical fitness level, abilities, and goals. The personal trainer designs and implements a personalized exercise program and provides instruction, motivation, and support. They are responsible for the demonstration of proper exercise techniques, ensuring appropriateness and effectiveness. Responsibilities also include ensuring a safe environment for workouts, policy enforcement, record keeping, and delivering excellent customer service at all times.

Education

Specific certification in personal training required from an organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), including, but not limited to: ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, NETA, ISFTA, AFAA. Bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year as a personal trainer required. Experience in the assessment of clients' physical fitness level and abilities and personalized exercise program design required. Experience working with a diverse population of clients in private, semi-private, and a small group setting preferred. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Skills

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  Current CPR certification is required.

  
  
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  Basic computer operation and data input skills.

  
  
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  In depth knowledge of gym equipment, machines, and appropriate exercise form and techniques with strong motivational presence and enthusiasm for helping clients reach their fitness goals. Must possess a professional attitude and demeanor.

  
  
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  Excellent communication and customer service skills required. Capable of maintaining positive ongoing communications with clients, co-workers, and clinical staff. Effective group process skills. Effective oral and written communication skills to express ideas clearly. Effective listening skills.

  
  
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  Ability to work cooperatively with clients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members.

  
  
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  Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations, if needed. Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve. Ability to pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing client needs.

  
  

*Please note that per diem roles are compensated at a fixed holder rate and fee-for-client rates, which will be discussed during the hiring process.*

Job Location

Mahwah MacArthur Blvd LifeStyles

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $22.43 - $28.03 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.