Fitness Specialist

Fitness Specialist
Full-Time | Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Are you passionate about helping others live healthier, more active lives? RiverMead, a premier not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Peterborough, NH, is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Fitness Specialist to join our Resident Enrichment team.
In this role, you'll provide fitness orientations, assessments, and group exercise instruction for residents ranging from fully active to frail, as well as employees and guest members. Whether you're coming from a personal training, athletic, healthcare, or senior wellness background, this is an opportunity to build a meaningful career helping older adults stay strong, safe, and engaged.
At RiverMead, you're not just joining a fitness center, you're joining a community that values compassion, respect, teamwork, and excellence.

What You'll Do

As a Fitness Specialist, you will:
Assist the Fitness Manager with daily operations of the Fitness Center, pool, and Village Fitness Room, ensuring safety standards and policies are met
Conduct fitness center orientations, including health-history interviews, equipment safety reviews, and safe exercise technique instruction
Perform fitness assessments and follow-up consultations, documenting progress for evidence-based programs such as fall prevention
Educate and motivate residents on fitness and health-related topics
Monitor equipment daily to ensure safe working order, and maintain equipment records and coordinate repairs
Monitor the Community App fitness modules and assist with development of monthly fitness program calendars
Protect resident, employee, and guest confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, referring to healthcare professionals when appropriate
Assist with on- and off-site recreation outings, including driving RiverMead vehicles (including 14-passenger buses) to transport residents
Work collaboratively with the Fitness Manager and broader Resident Enrichment team to deliver an exceptional wellness experience

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
NCCA-accredited Personal Fitness Training certification
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with the aging/elderly population
Strong communication skills with individuals of all ages and backgrounds
Foundational knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles
Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
Pay & Benefits
We believe in taking care of our team members with competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, including:
Competitive pay
6% employer retirement match
Generous paid time off with up to 360 hours rollover
Comprehensive benefits package
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Long-term stability with a respected nonprofit organization
Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
Why Choose RiverMead?
RiverMead is a mission-driven senior living community dedicated to enriching lives through wellness, lifelong learning, and meaningful connections. Our Fitness Specialists play a vital role in helping residents stay active, safe, and engaged at every stage of life.
If you're looking for a Fitness Specialist job, Personal Trainer position, Senior Wellness Coordinator role, or Senior Living Fitness career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your passion for fitness and wellness to a workplace where your work truly makes a difference.