Wise & Well Educator

The Wise & Well Educator serves as a member of the Wise & Well Department and works closely with team members to increase community engagement, education and wellness for Keswick initiatives and partnerships. This position is directly responsible for leading evidenced-based programs, fitness and wellness classes and activities and outreach activities as assigned and supports the development of new and expanded program offerings; in-person, virtually, and at off-site locations. This position requires customer service and programming experience along with program monitoring and evaluation. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Deliver evidenced-based programs, health, fitness and wellness classes and activities (in-person, virtually, and at off-site locations.
• Seek out education partners, and/or vendors to implement new health promotion/wellness courses, programs, and initiatives that align with Keswick’s mission, vision, and values to support the development of new and expanded program offerings through Wise & Well and community partners. 
• Serves as a liaison for off-site programming, supporting Keswick’s relationships with off-site staff, recruitment efforts, local details, coordination, and implementation of programs at off-site location.
• Support the collection of data from multiple platforms to help measure need and outcomes, maintain dashboard for W&W. 
• Support all aspects of program monitoring and evaluation, including data collection, tracking, coding, and reporting as determined by the Director Education & Engagement. 
• Supports the Director by conducting research and information searches on specific queries.
• Collaborate with team members to craft and disseminate content to be used for social media, internal and external communications, outreach efforts, partnership initiatives and related community-based work.
• Raise awareness about Keswick through participation in community outreach events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of adult learner and ability to teach students of diverse abilities and backgrounds
• Knowledge of and experience in program development.
• Experience facilitating evidenced-based programs.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong proofreading skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including demonstrated experience with Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, integrity and composure.
• Possess strong facilitation skills.
• Proven, superior organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in a complex, multi-tasking environment.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and to work independently as well as in a team. 
• Have a strong desire to work with people from a broad range of backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with individuals of different ages, ability levels, and diverse audiences.
• Ability to work some evening and weekend hours is a must.
• Valid driver's license and reliable access to an insured vehicle.
• Commitment to Keswick’s mission. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Personal Training Certification (ACSM, NASM, NFPT, AFAA) (preferred)
  1. Other certifications may be considered with an accompanying degree in kinesiology, exercise physiology, exercise science or health sciences.
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)

WORK ORIENTATION & EXPERIENCE 

Experience as a teacher/facilitator/coach (required).

Experience working with and creating exercise prescriptions for older adults (preferred).

Experience teaching group exercise classes (preferred).

Experience working independently in a fitness environment (preferred).

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

Incumbents are expected to promote Corporate Compliance policy by demonstrating ethical actions and report any suspected conflict of interest to the appropriate Keswick management team member. This position description identifies the general nature, performance factors and expectations of the position. This description is not to be considered as the total or exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities required of an incumbent.

 

Keswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.