Part Time Exercise Facilitator - Haldimand County

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About Us: The Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton (ASBHNHH) is the local community agency dedicated to supporting families living with dementia. Visit us at: www.alzda.ca

The ASBHNHH values work-life balance. We are an equal opportunity employer and dare dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We respect, honour, and celebrate the diversity in our community.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Team Lead, Exercise Programs, this enthusiastic and self-motivated individual will provide exercise classes in the community that are adaptable to the varying degrees of the participant abilities that enables them to maintain an independent lifestyle.

The classes take place during the daytime, and the schedule is as follows:

Mondays – Cayuga (St. John the Divine Anglican Church) – 11:00am

Tuesdays – Caledonia (Caledonia Arena) – 10:00am and 11:00am

Wednesdays – Selkirk (Selkirk Christian Chapel) – 10:00am

Thursdays – Caledonia (Caledonia Arena) – 10:00am and 11:00am

The hourly rate for this role is $25.00 per hour plus 6% vacation pay.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up the room for programs and cleans up after each class
• Facilitates the exercise program and motivates participants throughout
• Ensures the completion of sign-in sheets at each class and forwards the information to the Team Lead
• Maintains a current knowledge of dementia, chronic diseases and exercise/fitness as it pertains to the health and well-being of individuals

Education and Experience Requirements:

• College degree/diploma in recreation or a health-related field is required
• Minimum two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in fitness instruction with persons living with dementia and older adults
• Must have valid standard CPR and First Aid certification
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training is an asset
• Vulnerable sector police check issued within 3 months of the hiring date
• Must have a valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on December 3, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Experience:

• exercise instruction: 2 years (preferred)
• working with persons living with dementia and seniors: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person