Heathers Manor-Exercise Leader for Senior citizen (55+)

Exercise Leader For Senior Citizen (55+) At Heathers Manor Heathers Manor, a Transforming Age community located in Crystal, MN, has an environment that supports your career growth, no matter what you are looking to do!We offer great pay, work/life balance, and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Retirement for our full-time team members, as well as Generous Paid Time Off and other unique perks for full-time and part-time team members!Our Exercise Leader for Senior Citizen (55+) plays an integral role in our Life Enrichment and Resident Activities programs, leading morning exercise activity to stimulate and support the social, physical, and emotional needs of our residents.The position is Part-time, late mornings Monday through Friday, some weekends may be required and the rate of pay for this role is $16-19 per hour depending on experience.Our Exercise Leader for Senior Citizen (55+):Leads safe, engaging group exercise classes tailored to older adultsAdapts movements to different mobility levels (chair, standing, assisted)Creates a welcoming, upbeat environment where residents are feeling comfortable participatingEncourages participation while respecting individual limits and health conditionsBuilds relationship-learns residents' names appropriatelyWatches for safety concerns and responds appropriatelyWorks closely with Life Enrichment Director on schedules and specific programsInteracts with residents, families, coworkers, managers and other departmental personnel in a kind, professional and compassionate manner.What you need to succeed:High school diploma or equivalent. Prior education/experience with gerontology or working with older adults strongly desired.One or more years of experience working in long term care setting, home care or a related field strongly desired.Ability to communicate (verbal/written) effectively in the English language, and successfully work in a multi-cultural environment. Bilingual proficiency is preferred, but not required.Current First Aid Training and Certifications as per Title 22.SilverSneakers certification (or ability to obtain one quickly)Ability to lead with patience, warmth and encouragementCompletion of a background check. Additional pre-screenings including a drug screen, physical, and TB test may be required per state/local guidelines.