Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision or direction, maintains close observation on individual resident exercise programs; and performs related work as required. Work involves regular contact with residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Interprets individual exercise programs written by supervising staff and assists residents in

following such programs.

Maintains close observation on participants exercising in the equipment room. Assures the safe and proper use of all exercise equipment. Maintains orderly function of the facility through enforcement of rules and procedures.

Provides information, assistance and direction for new participants with respect to fitness center programs.

Observes and recognizes physical problems demonstrated before and during exercising by resident participants (e.g. dizziness, light-headedness, general confusion and disorientation, unusual heart rates or rhythms, shortness of breath, injury on exercise equipment, etc.) and provides assistance. Reports special needs and/or problems to the Fitness Assistant II, Senior Fitness Assistant or the Fitness Coordinator.

Regularly observes and inspects exercise equipment for proper function, reporting all maintenance needs to supervising staff.

Regular attendance required. All duties performed on-site for the Community.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Any equivalent combination of education or experience, which produces the following:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.
• Knowledge of the computer and applicable software programs to perform the job.
• Knowledge of the general types of exercise equipment and their use.
• Ability to communicate effectively and speak before groups.
• Ability to relate to the needs and concerns of senior citizens.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public and to deal with public relation problems courteously and tactfully.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to obtain a basic Red Cross First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to obtain an American Heart Association CPR Certificate.

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.

Company Description

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.

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