Mobility Specialist
Core
Provides low-intensity progressive exercise and activity programs to older adult residents to maximize mobility, activity, and independence.
Role type
Clinical support specialist (mobility and activity)
Builds
Exercise and activity programs for senior living residents
Domain
Senior living / Healthcare support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Physical stamina for lifting and transferring, CPR certification, ability to work independently, basic life support knowledge, first aid knowledge
Preferred skills
Certification as a certified nursing assistant, personal trainer, or exercise coach, Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or related field, 0-2 years experience with older adults
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Assist residents with moving in/out of bed, transferring, and walking safely; Monitor resident response to intervention and adapt strategies; Schedule time to maximize patient participation; Assist in training nursing staff on restorative plans; Convey feedback from residents/families to therapy and nursing personnel
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on support role