Fitness Instructor, SMART Program (CSJ) - Temporary, Part-time 0.9

Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is a program under the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS), which aims to provide quality summer employment opportunities for youth to develop skills and gain paid work experience to successfully transition into the labour market.
To be eligible, youth must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Temporary Part-Time (0.9)
Program: SMART
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 70
Anticipated End Date: All CSJ Positions will end by August 30, 2025
Work Schedule: Days
On Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
Job Summary:
The Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing client-centered, evidence-based, efficient care to individuals in their homes and community. The Fitness Instructor delivers exercises to clients under the direction of the Program Supervisor and/or designate associated with the program and in line with the certification standards.
Key Responsibilities:

• Sets up physical class environment (chairs, equipment, etc.).
• Develops, modifies and delivers low-impact, safe and effective group or in-home exercises that prevent injury, reduce risk of falls and provide therapeutic benefits for older adults.
• Identifies and effectively utilizes tools and resources for relevant work (i.e. resistance bands, exercise balls, weights, music and other such program enhancers).
• Utilizes effective communication skills to obtain information from the clients, as applicable.
• Promotes client independence through fitness and health promotion.
• Works toward fulfillment of client goals.
• Participates in ongoing review of service delivery process and evaluation.
• Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by Program Supervisor.
• Provides fall prevention education as directed by Program Supervisor and/or designate.
• Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Common Responsibilities:

• Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.
• Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System.
• Abides by all VON policies and work practices.
• Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices.
• Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Collaborates and engages with Clients, Program Coordinators, Program Supervisors, Kinesiologist, other Fitness Instructors and Program Assistant to ensure client and program needs are addressed appropriately.
• Communicates with community partners as it pertains to client care and program delivery.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• High school graduate.
• First Aid and CPR are required.
• Certification and/or certificate of completion as a Seniors Fitness Instructor and/or equivalent is required at the time of hire or within 3 months from time of hire. Please note: Certifications are not required at time of application. VON Canada may offer opportunities for training.
• Experience promoting health and well-being through physical activity.
• Post-secondary education in a healthcare setting is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes for older adults is an asset.
• Experience working in a retirement home or assisted living environment is an asset.

Skill Requirements:

• Respect for privacy and confidentiality.
• Dependability and trustworthiness.
• Good communication and active listening skills.
• Capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Other:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory criminal records check including a vulnerable sector screen is required.
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French designated areas.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics.