Fitness Specialist; BHF

Reports to the Fitness Manager, under the guidance of the Fitness Coordinator. Implements fitness programming in accordance with established Beacon Health & Fitness (BH&F) operational policies and procedures; also consulting with members regarding their exercise programs and needs. Works with the Fitness Coordinator to organize, implement, operate and retain special programs in the fitness area for all BH&F members. Assists with the coordination of the day-to-day operations by ensuring there is sufficient staff coverage for the fitness areas, special programs, events and classes.

• MISSION:
  We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES:
  Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS:
  Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

• Consulting with members regarding their exercise programs and needs.
• Administering a variety of tests, such as the sub‑maximal exercise stress test, body composition, flexibility and strength test for fitness evaluation purposes.
• Answer members questions in a clear and concise manner.
• Providing follow‑up with members on a regular basis about their biometric data and exercise program.
• Answering clients and members questions regarding fitness and training. Also demonstrate the correct exercise form and procedure on all current BH&F equipment for new and existing members.
• Preparing individualized exercise prescriptions based on data collected, and instructing members in proper techniques of exercise intervention.
• Monitoring all aspects of the fitness program to ensure that the quality and the level of resources necessary to fulfill the fitness requirements of members is maintained.
• Presenting instructional classes to members regarding the correct physiological techniques necessary for proper exercise performance.
• Conducting personal training sessions for members and exercise classes for special groups/populations.
• Ability to maintain minimum requirements on retention of clients and minimum sessions per week.
• Conducting health appraisals for members, then interpret and explain the results.
• Assisting or leading MFA specialty classes/programs.

• Training and orienting all new BH&F staff and interns, in conjunction with the Fitness Coordinator.
• Providing tours of the BH&F as necessary, and assisting with the sign up process for new members.
• Monitoring all equipment to ensure proper operation by conducting preventive maintenance and notifying the Fitness Coordinator regarding any malfunctioning equipment.
• Receiving comments, suggestions and/or complaints from members, then taking appropriate action to ensure excellent customer service and membership satisfaction. Also, providing feedback to the Director and/or Fitness Promotions Manager and/or Fitness Coordinator.
• Assisting the Fitness Promotions Manager and/or Fitness Coordinator in the application and enforcement of all BH&F rules and regulations; also following all emergency procedures as outlined in the BH&F operations manual.
• Assisting in the design, development, coordination and evaluation of a variety of motivational programs and special events for the BH&F membership.
• Providing coverage for the front desk or the membership staff as necessary.
• Performing all opening and closing procedures for the facility according to established procedures.
• Communicating with the Fitness Promotions Manager and Fitness Coordinator (and/or Director) regarding any concerns or problems (for example, the scheduling of staff) in a timely manner.

• Completing other job‑related duties and projects as assigned.

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established time frames.
• Complet…