Fitness & Aquatics Director

Job Title: Fitness and Aquatics Director
Location: Washington, DC
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000
Department: Activities

About Us:
Maplewood Senior Living, is a leading operator of premier senior living communities across 5 states and Washington, D.C., featuring two distinguished brands: Maplewood and Inspīr. Known nationally for innovation in the senior living space, Maplewood is a growing company dedicated to excellence in care, offering personalized and thoughtful services in independent living, assisted living and memory care.

Our success is built on a foundation of personalized, compassionate care and communities designed to enrich the quality of life for our residents. We foster a dynamic and supportive work environment that empowers our teams to excel, inspire, and make a meaningful impact every day. If you are a passionate about driving growth and innovation in senior living, Maplewood offers the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise. Join us and help shape the future of senior living!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Recreation Management, or related field preferred.
• Certified Lifeguard with current certification from a recognized organization; or ability to obtain certification upon hiring.
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification preferred.
• AED/CPR certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fitness and aquatics management, preferably in a luxury residential or senior living setting.
• Demonstrated ability to drive financial performance and manage departmental budget.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with active listening capabilities.
• Physical capability to lift up to 45 pounds and perform exercise demonstrations and classes.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities & Personal Characteristics:

• Exceptional business acumen with a proven track record of operational and financial success.
• Ability to foster a positive, productive team culture and adhere to brand standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Proficient in managing high volumes of communication and organizing team accountability.
• High technical aptitude for utilizing fitness equipment, management software, and scheduling tools.
• Enthusiastic about the fitness and wellness industry, promoting a healthy lifestyle particularly with the older adult population.
• Ability to develop a wide range of classes to cover all areas of senior fitness, create appropriate music lists for classes, and deliver fitness-related talks and presentations.
• Commitment to providing outstanding customer service and building confidence, relationships, and unity through physical activity.

Responsibilities:

Operational and Financial Management:

• Lead the business operations of the fitness and aquatic department, adhering to budgetary goals, analyzing performance, and ensuring optimal operational efficiency within budget.
• Oversee all aspects of operating the fitness center and pool.

Program Development and Management:

• Develop and implement program strategies for offering exceptional fitness and aquatics classes and services for our residents.
• Create and run high-quality, engaging fitness and aquatic programs that cater to the diverse needs of our residents.
• Schedule personal training sessions to work one-on-one with residents, addressing individual needs.
• Create, maintain, and update all resident's Personalized Fitness Plans.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Recruit, train, and mentor fitness and aquatics staff, aligning with our brand and fostering professional growth.
• Manage team performance through regular evaluations, setting targets, and providing constructive feedback.

Resident Relationship Management:

• Oversee personalized resident fitness and aquatics offerings, from new resident assessments to engaging current residents in programs.
• Actively communicate with residents, ensuring high satisfaction with fitness and aquatics programming.
• Welcome new residents and present an overview of all fitness-related activities, planning follow-up visits to construct a Personalized Fitness Plan.

Additional Duties:

• Required to test pool water daily and make chemical adjustments as necessary.
• Provide preventive measures and exercise classes that address Fall Prevention.
• Attend Monthly All-Associate and Quarterly Regional Fitness Director/Specialist meetings.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us: 

Innovative Culture: We are a group of smart, forward-thinking and compassionate pros dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents through service excellence, creative and meaningful programs and continuous innovation.
HEART: We recognize Humor, Empathy, Autonomy, Respect and Trust as core values that guide our work.
Growth Opportunities: We promote and foster career development and continuous learning.
Work-Life Balance: We value autonomy, flexibility and a family-friendly supportive workplace.
Competitive Comp and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, bonus, health insurance, 401K with match, paid time off, and more. Inspir believes in rewarding top talent and dedication, depending upon years of experience and commitment to the company. Inspir strives for transparency, reviewing pay periodically, to be the industry leader in recruiting talent like you!