Fitness Counsellor

Job type:

Part time

Job classification:

Fitness jobs

Posting Date:

Closing Date:

Salary:

$18.62/ hour

File #:

2023-20

Location:

Al Palladini, Father E. Bulfon, Garnet A. Williams, Maple, North Thornhill & Vellore Village fitness centres

Business Unit:

Fitness

Schedule:

Various Days & Times

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide excellent customer service through effective and efficient handling of all client interactions.
  2. Conduct counselling and exercise instruction upon demonstrating competency with the City of Vaughan protocol.
  3. Provide on-site supervision of facility and equipment use within the Fitness Centre.
  4. Develop personal exercise programs, providing lifestyle information and instruction in the use of muscle conditioning and cardiovascular equipment.
  5. Assist Fitness Coordinator in ensuring equipment is safe and maintained, report any issues.

Qualifications and requirements

  1. Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a commitment to customer satisfaction; problem solving skills; proficient leadership and organizational skills.

  2. Enrolled in or completed Degree or Diploma at University or Community College in Physical Education, Kinesiology or related discipline or Personal Training Certification (CanFitPro PTS, CSEP-CPT, ACE or equivalent). Demonstrated knowledge in the following:  Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Principles or Exercise Physiology, Wellness, Fitness, Health Promotion and Human Behaviour, Communication and Counselling, Exercise Prescription. 

  3. Current holder of Standard First Aid/CPR – C/AED Certification.

  4. Willing to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening from an accredited Police Service prior to employment.

  5. Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

 

Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001,c.25) and will be used to determine qualifications for employment with The Corporation of the City of Vaughan. Questions about this collection should be directed to Recreation Services, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan, Ontario L6A 1T1, 905-832-8500.

 We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.