Position Summary: 

The Exercise Specialist & Activity Assistant will build on our physical exercise offerings by leading innovative classes, providing the residents with guided supervised fitness center hours, and making new resident contacts to inform residents of our exercise offerings designed to enhance the residents’ physical wellness and quality of life. The Exercise Specialist & Activity Assistant develops and administers programs designed to enhance aerobic endurance, cardiovascular function, muscular strength and endurance, balance and range of motion. Coordinate programs, provide one-on-one interaction with residents and lead group activities designed to meet individual interests. Drive the bus/van transporting residents to and from activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or related field200 hours of practical experience in an exercise program

Preferred

American Heart Association Heart Saver CPR & AED or American Heart Association BLSAmerican Heart Association Heart Saver First AidExperience driving larger vehiclesExperience working with adults and geriatrics.

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

Build/Lead resident group exercise classes, supervise fitness center and contact new resident about offerings.Complete all clerical procedures related to integrating documentation for resident care and education.Prepare/Lead group activities in Birchwood/Aspen Pointe.One-on-one interaction with residents.Computer work and research.Oversee special programs on nights and weekends.Drive residents to appointments/activities when needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all timesStrong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsCreativity, problem analysis and decision makingAbility to work varied shiftsExercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentialityComputer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipmentSelf-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversightDetail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritizeStrong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.Sit (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Stand (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Walk (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.Reach Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.Push/Pull (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.

*Frequency Key:  Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification.  They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

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