Fitness Specialist

About the job

Location:
Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Fitness Specialist and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults. In this role, you'll empower residents to maintain their independence, improve their health, and achieve their wellness goals through personalized fitness programs and ongoing support.

• What we offer
• Compensation: $22-24 per hour based on experience
• SIGN ON BONUS: $1000
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments to develop safe, individualized exercise plans that support healthy aging and functional independence
• Coach residents on proper exercise techniques while providing encouragement, motivation, and ongoing support to help them achieve their wellness goals
• Foster a welcoming, safe, and inclusive fitness environment where older adults feel confident and empowered to stay active
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and staff, serving as a trusted wellness resource and champion for healthy aging
• Lead safe, engaging group exercise classes designed specifically for older adults to help improve strength, balance, mobility, and confidence

• What you will need
• Minimum of 1-year related work experience
• Current CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Experience in evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
• Personal Training Experience preferred

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law