Fitness Specialist - Bilingual

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.This is a wonderful way to share your knowledge with the community and work with many diverse types of medical conditions that other fitness centers normally do not see. The Fitness Specialist supports daily operations at the Smart Gym by facilitating safe, effective fitness activities and programs. This role engages patients, employees, and community members in achieving health and wellness goals through structured fitness education and support.A caregiver in this position works rotating shifts, 8:00am—2:00pm or 12:00pm—7:00pm with some weekend requirements.A caregiver who excels in this role will:Supervise and guide exercise activities in a safe, motivating environmentMonitor participants during workouts to ensure proper technique and safetyDeliver and assist with group fitness classes (as needed)Create and implement incentive programs to drive gym engagement and retentionEducate members on class formats, purpose, and expected outcomesSupport departmental projects and additional duties as assignedMinimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:High School Diploma or GED 1 year experience in a fitness center environmentBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationExcellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong understanding of exercise safety, program design, and goal settingCan engage and motivate individuals of diverse fitness levels Knowledge of health promotion and wellness programming Critical thinking and independently and as part of a team Flexibility in a fast-pace or evolving environment Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Health Science, or related field​First Aid CertificationFluent in SpanishACE (American Council on Exercise) or CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification Background in program development, group fitness, or exercise testingOur caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: Physical Requirements: Ability to maneuver, carry, lift, bend, stoop, swim, walk and sit for extended periods of time.Personal Protective Equipment:Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.Pay RangeSalaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Created: 2025-10-04