Wellness Instructor

Description

Overview:

The Wellness Instructor is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees.

Job Purpose:

The Wellness Instructor is responsible for leading safe, inclusive, and engaging wellness programs that promote overall health and well-being for participants of the Park District of Oak Park.

Essential Functions:

• Arrive early at each class to prepare the space, ensure a calming and safe environment, and be fully ready to lead a successful session.
• Ensure all wellness materials, props, and equipment are properly sanitized and neatly stored after class.
• Be available up to 15 minutes before or after class to answer participant questions, offer guidance, or provide resources related to wellness practices.
• Modify wellness activities and techniques as needed to accommodate different abilities and ensure all participants have a safe and beneficial experience.
• Foster a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere where participants feel supported and valued.
• Conduct all sessions in a safe manner, adhering to Park District of Oak Park safety policies and procedures.
• Uphold and communicate Park District rules and policies to participants in a respectful and professional manner.
• Provide outstanding customer service by responding to questions, concerns, and feedback from participants, staff, and patrons promptly and positively. Seek assistance from supervisors or other Park District staff when needed.
• Promptly communicate any participant or program concerns, updates, or schedule changes to the Program Supervisor. In urgent cases, notify the Facility Attendant on duty if the supervisor is unavailable.
• Report facility or equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor and follow up as needed to ensure resolution.
• Accurately complete and submit incident and accident reports as required and notify the appropriate supervisor immediately.

Additional Functions:

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as specified.
• Audit Amilia roster and sign-in sheet to confirm attendance accuracy; modify as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or other Park District administrative personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Work Experience Required:

• Must maintain current industry certifications.
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current.  The District provides this training.

• Must have previous education or experience in teaching classes.
• Knowledgeable in the health and fitness field.
• Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without supervision.
• Must be highly motivated and able to assume a positive and active role in the park, even while working under potentially stressful conditions (hot or cold weather, upset or injured participants, etc.)
• Must have the ability to enforce park district rules and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all park visitors, facilities, and equipment.
• Must be able to complete the required Park District trainings.

Work Environment, Physical Demands and Considerations:

• May also require handling an average weight (up to 30lbs) of materials or equipment. Must be able to lift up to 30lbs.
• Normal studio conditions for majority of work may include occasional light and temperature variations.
• May be exposed to occasional inclement weather as position may require outdoor work.
• Must be able to respond to problem situations in a mature manner and within the policies and procedures of the Park District of Oak Park.
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively and to read printed material.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with others.
• Ability to interpret and explain District policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and exercise judgment in all aspects of responsibility.
• Ability to resolve conflict safely, calmly and effectively.

Customers:

Internal:  Employees of Park District

External:  Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park, WSSRA, Partner Organizations including governmental and non-profit groups, and the Oak Park Business Community

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.  

The Park District of Oak Park is an equal opportunity employer!

Qualifications

Salary : $25