Wellness Trainer - Frailty Management Programme & Gym Tonic

About the role

Care Corner Seniors Services' Active Ageing Group (AAG) runs the Frailty Management Programme (FMP) and Gym Tonic (GT) to help seniors build strength, balance, mobility and functional independence. The Wellness Trainer delivers structured exercise and frailty interventions, works directly with participants, monitors their safety and keeps accurate records. The role is based in Toa Payoh and Woodlands and involves physical activity, including demonstrating exercises and assisting participants; occasional evening or weekend sessions may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver GT exercise sessions following protocols and safety guidelines, conducting individual and group sessions tailored to each participant's abilities and health conditions
• Monitor vital signs and physical responses before, during and after sessions, and guide safe use of exercise equipment
• Support improvement of strength, balance, flexibility and cardiovascular health through progressive training
• Screen participants and conduct baseline assessments, then deliver interventions to improve mobility and muscle strength in those with mild to moderate frailty
• Monitor progress, adjust exercise intensity and collaborate with allied health professionals where needed
• Ensure safety through supervision, risk management and health screening, and respond to incidents according to protocol
• Maintain accurate participant records, including assessments, attendance and progress, in line with PDPA compliance and reporting requirements
• Check GT and FMP equipment daily, report faults and keep exercise areas clean and safe
• Guide and support senior volunteers, and model the AAG culture of senior empowerment

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation or a related health discipline
• Experience in fitness training, rehabilitation or health promotion, ideally with seniors or community wellness programmes
• Strong interpersonal communication with seniors and families
• Proficiency in English for documentation and in Mandarin and/or a local dialect to engage participants
• Patient, encouraging and supportive with senior participants

Required skills

• Relevant certifications in fitness training, therapeutic exercise or geriatric fitness are an advantage
• Valid CPR and first aid certification is an advantage