Health Fitness Professional

HealthFitness a Trustmark company is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individuals journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support training and development and flexible employment opportunities.

About the role

HealthFitness is seeking a full-time Health Fitness Professional to join the team at our clients fitness center in Vernon Hills IL. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate wellness environment while supporting both fitness and recreation programming.

• Schedule: MondayThursday 11 am7 pm Friday 12pm - 5pm (no weekends!)

• Hours: Full-time 37 hours/week

Why Youll Love This Role
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes free off-shift gym access paid volunteer time off certification reimbursement and ongoing professional development and much more! Position offers an hourly based pay rate plus a 60% Commission rate on Personal Training sessions to boost take home pay.

Key Accountabilities:

• Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.

• Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.

• Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions.

• Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participants interests abilities and goals.

• Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.

• Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility program and equipment orientations.

• Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.

• Creates and maintains bulletin boards newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.

• Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment training supervision and evaluation of student interns.

• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree or higher in a related field (Kinesiology Exercise Science etc.) or 2 years fitness and wellness industry experience along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.

• OSHA compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross American Heart Association National Safety Council or American Safety & Health Institute.

• Industry recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE AFAA/NASM ACSM NCCPT or NETA: if not current will be required within 30 days of start date.

• NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency; if not current will be required within 60-90 days of start date.

• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word Excel and Outlook.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm initiative and creativity.

Brand: HealthFitness