Exercise Instructor-Exercises and Falls

Are you passionate about exercise and wellbeing? Do you want to support seniors in your community while earning some extra money to supplement your income? Are you a student looking to gain experience, a recent retiree, or simply someone who is looking for a part-time job that feels like a hobby?

We are a non-profit organization that provides free exercise classes for seniors communities across the GTA and we are looking for people who are interested in leading these sessions on a flexible, part-time basis.

While previous experience leading group exercise or working with seniors is definitely an asset, it isn’t mandatory. We welcome applications from all who are active learners in the area of wellness and are motivated to group exercise classes in person. The goal is to help people over 65 increase mobility, relieve pain and reduce the risk of falls by building strength and improving balance.

We have over 48 locations, most of which are in North York– and you can work at locations that make most sense to you, although some level of flexibility is required.

Check out the job description below and apply!

Job Description

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for instructing group exercise classes for older adult clients in the community.

We are looking for: 3 Part-Time Permanent Exercise Instructors

Hours of Work: Exercise Instructors lead a weekly class schedule assigned within their committed availability.

We are looking for instructors with the following availability:

• Monday - Thursday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
• Monday - Thursday: 9:00AM – 4:30PM
• Monday & Wednesday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Location: Exercise classes are generally held in the North York and surrounding areas.

Instructors are required travel in the community for in-person classes. We reimburse some costs associated with travel between classes.

Instructors may be asked to cover virtual classes as well.

Reports to: Supervisor, Exercise and Falls

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $22 - $26 per hour, depending on your skills and experience.

Responsibilities

Class Facilitation & Management

• Create and lead group exercise classes in the community.
• Promote health and wellness through health promotion activities, wellness lectures and health screening.
• Collect completed liability waivers for clients registered in the Group Exercise program and submit to the Program Supervisor monthly.
• Collect class attendance daily and enter attendance into the program’s tracking software prior to the end of each month.
• Track all new clients registered in the Group Exercise program and record them in the program’s tracking software prior to the end of each month.
• Enter timesheets into Circle of Care’s payroll system weekly for managerial approval.

Maintenance Management Duties

• Ensure that the exercise equipment for each class is safe, clean and in proper working order and report damaged equipment to the Program Coordinator.
  
  
• Maintain the cleanliness of class areas and clean/store all equipment properly after each completed class.

Team Building and Leadership

• Actively participate in team initiatives and meetings.
• Build support for the agency’s vision and departmental goals/objectives by communicating, collaborating and leading by example.
• Build rapport with team members to ensure a high performing team.
• Look for daily opportunities to highlight the connection between overall program strategy and day-to-today activities.
• Act as a change agent to positively encourage others and manage change.

Risk, Health and Safety Management

• Identifying and reporting health and safety incidents and concerns in a timely manner to the appropriate supervisors and/or funders, documenting incidents in EasyCare and escalating appropriately to the designated supervisors as outlined in the Client Safety Reporting policy (C.01.38).
• Participating in health and safety processes and procedures.
• Participating in maintaining a safe workplace environment by cultivating a positive safety culture and encouraging best practices to promote both staff and client safety and well-being.
• Participating in all health and safety training initiatives on a regular basis.
• Taking proactive action against client incidents within your scope of practice.
• Developing a plan to identify, manage and/or minimize client safety risks or situations in adherence with risk management operations policies.
• Assessing the severity of an adverse client safety/risk event and determining the best follow-up and developing an action plan following the event. Collaborating with funder (ex. Ontario Health At Home) and following any additional processes as required.
• Calling emergency services (911) when the client is at immediate risk of harming themselves or others, or if there is a serious injury and/or imminent harm.
• Evaluating any potential hazards and identifying clients at risk for adverse health and safety events, taking preventative measures when necessary to minimize reoccurrence.
• Reporting all safety events impacting clients, caregivers and families in a timely and honest disclosure.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain prior to commencing employment.
• Experience working with older adults in a community setting is considered an asset.
• Experience leading group exercise classes, or willingness to learn and participate in required training.
• Active learner in the area of wellness, with a demonstrated interest in the benefits of exercise for older adults.
• Aquafit certification is considered an asset.
• Additional relevant fitness or wellness certifications recognized in Toronto or Canada (e.g., Seniors Fitness, Group Fitness, CanFitPro, YMCA, Osteoporosis Canada, Falls Prevention, or equivalent) are considered assets.
• Education or experience as a Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), Kinesiologist, or in a related rehabilitation support role is considered an asset.
• Effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills when interacting with clients, families, colleagues, and the public.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Positive, energetic, motivated, and professional.
• Fluent in French, Russian, Italian, Cantonese, or other languages is considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for traveling between community-based class locations.

Additional information

Circle of Care is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Circle of Care seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation, please inform us in advance.

We thank you for your interest in Circle of Care. We welcome you to apply for this role, even if you do not meet every requirement listed. Circle of Care may use artificial intelligence (AI) through third-party platforms, to assist in parts of the recruitment and/or selection process. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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