GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - Part-Time - Sam B. Cook Healthplex

Shift:PRN, Varied

Department: Sam B. Cook Healthplex Fitness Center
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $13.91 - $21.18/hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a vibrant and inspiring Group Fitness Instructor to join our team at the Sam B. Cook Healthplex for Capital Region Medical Center. As the heartbeat of our fitness community, we seek an individual who brings boundless enthusiasm and motivation to every class. The ideal candidate is not just an instructor but a dynamic leader, capable of creating an engaging and safe environment for our members. If you have a passion for fitness, possess excellent communication skills, and can demonstrate exercises with impeccable technique, we want you on our team. Join us in fostering a positive fitness experience by adding variety to classes, promoting wellness through social media, and contributing to the growth of our fitness center. Be a part of our energetic and supportive community-apply now to inspire and elevate our members' fitness journeys.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to multiple hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefitshere.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Instructs Group Fitness classes.

Utilizes proper class format, instruction, cueing, and technique.

Uses appropriate music, volume, and pacing while considering customers' needs.

Leads class with enthusiasm and is a motivating and inspiring leader.

Communicates with clients, prospective members, and staff to provide excellent customer service.

Maintains quality classes by adding variety to the group classes (music, exercises, equipment, etc.).

Ensures safety for all clients and contraindications to exercise. Demonstrates competency when responding to emergency situations.

Monitors class participants for good body mechanics while exercising and corrects technique when appropriate.

Documents the number of attendees per class.

Notifies the leadership when supplies or equipment are missing or in need of repair.

Takes proper care of equipment and sees that clients use equipment properly and returns in the appropriate places.

Communicates necessary information to team members. Meets acceptable standards for neatness, cleanliness, grooming, and suitability of attire in compliance with the dress code for the department.

Participates in hospital-sponsored activities or marketing events.

Maintains continuing education in health, fitness, and wellness by reading current literature on related topics.

Aids in the development and growth of the fitness center and the group fitness program by attending/sharing upcoming events via social media. Promotes services to friends, coworkers, and family members.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

Three (3) months of exercise or fitness programming related work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.