Health Program Instructor

Position:           Health Program Instructor

Location:           1 Jim Flaherty St., Whitby, ON

Assignment:      Hourly (up to 20 hours per week)

Pay Rate:          $21.00 an hour. We also offer access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.

Start Date:        October 2024

You Belong!

We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

We firmly believe that a great team member is somebody that is incredibly passionate about the cause they are advocating for. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

The Position:

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Post-Rehabilitation & Health, the primary responsibility of the Health Program Instructor will be to implement group exercise classes and disseminate education resources throughout all AC Health programs. AC Health programs bridge the gap between clinic to community, providing individuals who have recently been discharged from inpatient/outpatient services with a specialized group exercise program in a community setting. This ensures exercise is person-centered as individuals continue along their therapeutic journey towards optimal health and quality of life.  AC Health programs includes: TIME, RCM, Virtual Fitness For Breath, etc.

The Health Program Instructor will also be responsible for accurately collecting impact data for AC’s research team and reporting on participant progress on a continual basis. The Health Program Instructor will support the Senior Coordinator, Post-Rehabilitation & Health in promoting participation in inclusive activities offered at Abilities Centre, such as fitness, sport, and recreation programs.  The Health Program Instructor will collaborate with other departments for next step planning to identify transition pathways that align with participant goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Instruct.
  • You will instruct health classes to small and large groups daily and enhance program experience by keeping participants engaged and encouraged during health classes.
  • You will participate in the ongoing education of participants within the scope of the programs, as well as set up and take down for the health classes.  
  • You will exercise creativity and innovation to assist the Senior Coordinator, Post-Rehabilitation & Health in delivery of high caliber health classes.

•  Administration.
  • You will support the Senior Coordinator, Post-Rehabilitation & Health in achieving monthly funding targets by recording relevant data and metrics.
  • You will use strong problem-solving skills and are able to pivot services as needed.
  • You will perform other duties as assigned. You will attend staff meetings and assist with administrative activities as needed.

• Culture.
  • You will cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment resulting in exceptional member experience.
  • You will establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, staff, volunteers, visitors, and community partners.
  • You will foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork and empowerment.

What You’ll Bring:

• Education and Experience.
  • You are attending or are a graduate of university or college program in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or Fitness related field.
  • You have more than one year of experience teaching groups or personal training. 
  • It is required that you have one of the following:
    • Registration as a Kinesiologist (R. Kin),
    • Personal Training Certification (CPT) from CSEP, or
    • other equivalent certifications that qualify you as a fitness professional.

• The Professional Skills.
  • You have excellent communication skills and strong writing skills.
  • You have a keen attention to detail and can manage multiple demands through well-developed organizational and time management skills.
  • You are an effective team player with a positive attitude, interacting well with participants, families, and fellow employees.
  • You are self-motivated, results oriented, can show initiative, and are able to work independently without close supervision.
  • You are proficient in Microsoft Office.

• The Availability.
  • You are available to work weekdays. Occasional evenings or weekends may be required.

• The Administrative Requirements.
  • It is required that you have a current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector from the last 6 months.
  • It is required that you have a current, valid First Aid and CPR ‘C’ / AED.

Deadline to apply is Friday, September 20, 2024, at 7:00PM

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel fully confident in performing all the duties outlined above. Except for the qualifications that say required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or would like additional information about the job before applying, please email careers@abilitiescentre.org