Fitness Instructor - Senior community Imagine a role filled with purpose and possibility Fulfilling work that fits around your lifestyle - pa.....
Fitness Instructor - Senior community
Imagine a role filled with purpose and possibility
Fulfilling work that fits around your lifestyle - part time (25 hrs per week)
Working with our clients to improve their fitness, health and quality of life
Are you passionate about fitness and well-being? Do you love working with seniors and have a knack for creating fun, low-impact exercise programs? Join our vibrant aged care community as a Fitness Instructor and make a difference in the lives of our clients through the power of water-based exercise and a range of other programs! About Us: At RSL LifeCare, we have a highly rewarding opportunity for you to join a large social purpose organisation in the fastest-growing segment of the aged care industry as more and more Australians maintain their independence at home whilst taking advantage of a range of support services allowing them to do that. At our core, RSL LifeCare provide care and services to veterans and seniors who live in our communities. Our vision of creating proud communities living their best lives is at the heart of everything we do as we continue to build upon our legacy of supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years. About the role:
Lead engaging, safe, and effective aqua and floor fitness classes tailored to the needs and abilities of seniors: group and one-to-one sessions
Design and implement fitness routines that promote mobility, balance, flexibility, and overall health
Provide clear instructions, demonstrate proper techniques, and modify exercises to suit individual needs
Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for participants
Monitor participants' progress and ensure their safety at all times
Collaborate with other staff to support the overall well-being of clients
Maintain accurate records of client progress
A bit about you:
Previous experience working in fitness, especially with seniors or in an aged care setting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage our senior and veteran communities
Knowledge of water safety and aquatic exercise benefits for older adults
Patience, empathy, and a friendly attitude
Certificate III or IV in Fitness - essential
Aqua Instructor qualifications/certification - desirable
Registration with Fitness Australia
Current Fitness Liability Insurance
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Our benefits: Not-for-profit tax benefits - salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year. This allows you to reduce your taxable income by receiving part of your salary as tax-free benefits like super contributions, car leasing, and more.
Staff discounts across 700 select retail stores through Maxxia Rewards
Leave Loading - 17.5% pay top up on paid leave
Career opportunities across Residential Care homes and Community Services
It is a mandatory requirement for a team member working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Check or a valid National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. Clearances must be verified prior to commencing employment with RSL LifeCare. Our commitment to diversity: We are proud to stand for our unique values: Do the Right Thing, Aim Higher, Care from the Heart, and Act as One team. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Veterans, current serving ADF personnel, their families and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability. Please click here to apply.