Rock Steady Boxing Program Coach posted about ago Lodge Lakes at Stillwater

The Lodge of Stillwater senior living community located in Stillwater, MN on The Lakes at Stillwater campus, is looking for a Rock Steady Boxing Coach to join their Life Enrichment team! This community boasts 139-units offering senior living, assisted living, and memory care.

The Rock Steady Boxing Program Coach plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide programs supporting the Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) program for residents with Parkinson’s disease under the direction of the Rock Steady Boxing Program Director.

SHIFT: Day Shift PT

WAGE: Up to $20 hourly

Essential Job Functions

• Lead group boxing classes using Rock Steady Boxing techniques in workouts developed by the Rock Steady Boxing Program Director.
• Administer required assessments and track boxer progress within recommended time frames.
• Facilitate in-person classes and virtual (as needed) to accommodate the needs of the boxers.
• Assist boxers with set-up, equipment use, and movement during classes.
• Monitor participants for safety, fatigue, and signs of distress; modify exercises as needed.
• Track participation for classes and in facility overall.
• Prepare the gym before each class. Set up equipment based off of the daily curriculum and assist boxers as they prepare for class.
• Manage inventory and replenish when needed.
• Oversee volunteers and students and assist them as needed when they are volunteering and/or observing a class.
• Attend RSB-related special events and participate in community events which feature RSB.
• Ensure clean and safe operating conditions in accordance with applicable regulations and standards by maintaining the fitness center and equipment.
• Sanitize and put all equipment away following each class.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field preferred or a minimum or two years of industry related work experience required.
• Must be willing to attend a Rock Steady Boxing coaches certification training (virtual or in person).
• Working knowledge of physical and cognitive disabilities. Knowledge of PD preferred.
• Certifications in personal training and/or exercise sport science preferred.
• Fluent in English, verbal and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements, however, will oversee volunteers and students when they are visiting the community.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Requirements - The Physical activities of this position involve:

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. at times
• Alternating between standing and sitting

This company is an Equal Opportunity / Assertive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, national origin or other protected statuses.

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