Aquatics and Fitness Representative Casual

Department: 31602005 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Pool & Fitness Golden Valley
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Hours: 0
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: Occasional
Job Profile Summary: At Courage Kenny, we offer Aquatics and Fitness Representative professionals the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You’ll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day.

Job Description:

Provide fitness and aquatic programs for clients in a safe and supervised environment for the promotion of wellness to maximize functional independence.

Principle Responsibilities

• Conduct and assist clients with aquatic, fitness and activity based and locomotive exercise (ABLE) programs.
  • Conduct 1:1 instruction and hands-on assistance to clients.
  • Monitor clients' progress and make program changes to facilitate clients' maximum independence and achieve fitness goals.
  • Manage and supervise program members during fitness time, provide assistance and coaching on proper exercise technique.
  • Respond to emergency situations so that Emergency Action Plan is effectively carried out.
  • Maintain a safe environment for all clients
  • May support ABLE assessments and exercise programs.
  • May provide lifeguarding if fitness program is aquatic.
• May Perform aquatics and fitness assessments and design exercise programs.
• Complete necessary documentation
  • Perform administrative tasks
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable legal requirements and accreditation standards
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree Physical Therapy Assistant, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or other health related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
• Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology
• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field
• 0 to 2 years experience in teaching aquatic skills

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required within 60 days
• ACSM Certification – Inclusive Fitness Trainer or Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred
• Lifeguard Certification from American Red Cross within 2 weeks of hire required

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

Casual position with shifts available throughout the week, including Saturdays (7a - 1p) and weekday evenings.

• 1:1 Fitness & Aquatics Programming
• Group Exercise Class Instruction
• Adaptive 1:1 Swimming Lessons
• Community Swimming Lesson Programming
• Lifeguarding

Meet one of our Adaptive Sports Specialists at Courage Kenny Golden Valley to learn more about our approach to whole person care:

Careers with Purpose: Daniel Edmondson (brightcove.net)

Meet one of our patients and her family story working with Courage Kenny:

https://players.brightcove.net/pages/v1/index.html?accountId=48346509001&playerId=default&videoId=6338333096112&autoplay=true

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $22.71 to $31.13 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.