Wellness Specialist II - Full Time - Walker Place

Vivie

Minneapolis, MN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Basic Life Support (BLS), Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Exercise Science, Fitness, Medical Treatment, Mentoring, Physiology, Project/Program Management, Scholarship, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Minneapolis, MN
POSTED
25 days ago

Schedule: Full Time |80 hours/pay period| 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.| Monday through Friday

Pay Range: $19 - $25/hour (non-exempt), based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Why You'll Love Working at Vivie

  • Competitive pay with employer-matched retirement and pay-on-demand
  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Career growth with scholarships, training, and professional development
  • Work-life benefits and modern technology that make your day easier

As a Wellness Specialist II, you'll play a key role in empowering older adults to maintain strength, balance, and overall fitness. You'll design and lead engaging group and one-on-one exercise programs, oversee fitness center operations, and collaborate with rehabilitation teams to ensure holistic wellness support.

As a Wellness Specialist II, you will:

  • Lead Customized Fitness Programs - Design and implement individualized and group exercise programs tailored to older adults' needs, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and engagement.
  • Provide Direct Training and Assessments - Conduct fitness assessments, develop wellness plans, and lead one-on-one training sessions to support strength, balance, and functional mobility.
  • Support Rehabilitation and Wellness - Collaborate with therapy and medical teams to assess customer progress, make referrals when appropriate, and ensure a seamless continuum of care.
  • Educate and Innovate - Develop and pilot new fitness programs, lead wellness initiatives, mentor interns, and assist in professional training to enhance team capabilities.
  • Maintain Safety and Engagement - Supervise the fitness floor, ensure cleanliness and equipment maintenance, and foster an encouraging, customer-focused environment that inspires participation.
  • Other Duties as Assigned - The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

This job also requires:

  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience as a fitness professional, preferably working with older adults.
  • Current BLS certification required.
  • Energetic, self-directed, and highly motivated with strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to engage, educate, and inspire participants in a variety of wellness programs.
  • Ability to pass state mandated background check.
  • Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English to ensure effective communication with residents, staff, and visitors.

Additional Details:

  • Employment Type: Hourly, non-exempt
  • Department: Wellness
  • Travel Requirements: No
  • This role does not include supervisory responsibilities

Vivie is an equal opportunity employer.

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