Fortius Sport & Health is an integrated athlete development centre strengthened through philanthropy and focused on optimizing athlete performance for life. Situated in Burnaby, B.C., we are home to a state-of-the-art training centre, FIFA-standard turf pitch, NBA/FIBA/collegiate lined gymnasium, sport science lab, sport medicine institute, 50-room lodge and a chef-inspired bistro. Our integrated team of sport medicine and science practitioners share their complementary expertise to deliver precise, customized treatment and training plans for athletes of all ages and abilities, under one roof. Learn more at www.fortiussport.com

Learn more at www.fortiussport.com.

OUR VISION:
A sport culture strengthened by athletes* achieving their full potential and realizing the life-long benefits of sport.

OUR MISSION:

Our mission is to optimize athlete* performance for life by integrating sport medicine, science and healthcare experts within an athlete development centre that is strengthened by philanthropy.

OUR MANTRA:
Game Changing. Life Changing.

The focus for this role will be working with our “Active for Life” clientele who are interested in taking an active role in improving their health, increasing their physical fitness, and reducing their risk for chronic disease. Our coaches take an active role in the delivery of private coaching, small and large group training as well as providing leadership in our lifelong wellness and clinical programming. As an evolving organization, this role requires initiative and a strong ability to be self-motivated while continuing to support the Fortius Training Centre vision.

Responsibilities

• Working under the direction of Fortius’s Director of Strength & Conditioning, design and implement individual training plans for adults of all abilities in the Training Centre @ Fortius;
• Engage with Fortius members and clients with an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and customer service oriented approach;
• Perform functional movement screens and incorporate results of functional, physiological and biomechanical assessments into client training programs;
• Prepare and deliver educational seminars on a variety of health and fitness conditioning topics for a diverse clientele;
• Integrate and work collaboratively with the Fortius team of practitioners;
• Embody a philosophy of excellence, health and wellness at all times and maintain a strong professional presence in the local community;
• Actively prospect and pursue new contacts and clients;
• Participate in departmental meetings, training and in-services and clinical studies and research activities as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree (ideally a Master’s) with a focus on Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Sports Sciences or a related field;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a practicing kinesiologist in a multi-disciplinary environment;
• Experience and knowledge in designing and delivering adult lifelong wellness and clinical programming;
• Current strength and conditioning credentials are expected (i.e. NSCA-CSCS, CSEP-CPT);
• Certified Exercise Physiology certification would be considered an asset (CSEP-CEP,ACSM-CEP, or equivalent);
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C & AED.

As a member of the Fortius Institute team, practitioners must consistently demonstrate the following:

• Delivery of an exceptional client service experience;
• Commitment to collaboration and integration with Institute colleagues;
• Stay active in professional development and maintain current expert knowledge in the field;
• Embody a philosophy of professionalism, excellence, health and wellness at all times;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
• Effective use of time and resources;
• Service and results oriented;
• Able to work in a diverse, fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Deadline to Apply:  September 5, 2017

We appreciate your interest in Fortius Sport & Health and we will review your application as soon possible. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  As part of our professional commitment to privacy, all candidate information will be kept in the strictest of confidence. 

All successful candidates will be subject to background check, including criminal and education verification. Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in Canada will not be considered.