Fitness and Aquatics Representative

Location Address:

3915 Golden Valley Rd Minneapolis, MN 55422-4249

Date Posted:

July 30, 2026

Department:

31602005 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Pool & Fitness Golden Valley

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8/12 combo shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Every Weekend

Job 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.

Key Position Details:

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8/12 combo hours day/evening shifts
• Every weekend

Job Description:

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

Principle Responsibilities

• Conducts and assists clients with aquatic, fitness and activity based and locomotive exercise (ABLE) programs.
  • Conducts 1:1 instruction and hands-on assistance to clients.
  • Monitors clients' progress and makes program changes to facilitate clients' maximum independence and achieve fitness goals.
  • Manages and supervises program members during fitness time, provide assistance and coaching on proper exercise technique.
  • Responds to emergency situations so that Emergency Action Plan is effectively carried out.
  • Maintains 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.
• Completes necessary documentation
  • Performs administrative tasks
  • Ensures 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
• Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science or
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or
• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years experience in teaching aquatic skills

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below
  Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 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

Pay Range

Pay Range: $23.22 to $31.83 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 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

• 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.