Wellness Specialist DT

* **DEPARTMENT:** 17095 \- Wellness * **LOCATION:** 399 9th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102 * **WORK TYPE:** Per Diem * **WORK SCHEDULE:** Variable **ABOUT NCH** NCH is an independent, locally governed non\-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700\+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH \- for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more. **JOB SUMMARY** The Wellness Specialist assists in the planning and development of a wide variety of health/fitness related programs. Additionally, this position interacts to a great extent on a one\-on\-one basis with members. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Other duties may be assigned. * Utilize American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines to develop safe and effective personal exercise programs based on client’s current and past health conditions and health goals. * Provide individualized exercise programming, program progression and monitoring during exercise of physical therapy graduates, cardiac rehab graduates, concierge medicine members and other special populations. * Utilize ACSM guidelines to administer fitness testing services to include sub\-maximal and maximal graded exercise tests as well as strength, flexibility and body composition tests. * Provide one\-on\-one instruction on proper use of exercise equipment for optimal benefits based on health status and goals. * Provide excellent customer service to all Center members and guests according to NCH core values. * Assists Program Coordinators in planning and presenting appropriate fitness/wellness programs to NCH employees and Center members/guests. * Markets Center programs internally and externally to drive attendance and achieve revenue goals. * Supervises member/guest activities on fitness floor to support safety. * Attains and maintains a thorough working knowledge of each piece of exercise equipment and communicates safe usage to Center members/guests. * Conducts fitness equipment orientations for new and existing members * Shares ideas about general Center functions in a positive and supportive manner. * Accepts personal responsibility for professional growth and development. * Understands and enforces Center policies and procedures with members/guests using excellent customer service skills. * Regularly cleans and organizes fitness equipment and workout areas to ensure a safe and healthy environment for Center members/guests. * Understands and utilizes chain\-of\-command problem solving techniques. * Strives to be flexible, as the need arises, to cover alternate work hours in all areas of the Center. * Demonstrates willingness to cross\-train to assist with front desk operations. * Identifies, addresses and resolves member/guest problems or complaints * Maintains a current knowledge of industry developments and new programs and proposes additions, as appropriate to best serve our clientele. * Maintains knowledge of Center programs and services and assists with the marketing and communication to Center members, guests, NCH employees and the community. * Actively assists and supports departmental activities to ensure that operational and salary expenses are equal to or less than approved budget. * Understands the principles and concepts of Performance Improvement. Looks for opportunities and solutions for process improvements and seeks to improve job skills. * Other areas as assigned * This position may be responsible for being the Pool Operator when assigned. \*See Pool Operator Job Description for essential responsibilities, education, experience, and requirements. **EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS** * Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or a related health and fitness field required. * CPR, AED certification required upon hire. Within 90 days must complete CPR, AED, and First Aid through American Heart Association or American Red Cross. * Minimum of one year experience in a wellness/fitness setting preferred. * Nationally recognized certification (ACSM, NSCA, etc.) strongly preferred. * 6 months fitness testing experience preferred. * Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.