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Background

The Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson's Wellness will open in Farmington Hills, Michigan in mid-2025. It will be the first of its kind in Michigan and will offer daily programs and activities free of charge to people living with Parkinson's disease, their families and caregivers. The Center will serve as a beacon of hope, help, and inspiration to those battling the disease, and will build a community of support and compassion while also researching and developing better movement-based programs. Over 60,000 class hours will be offered each year. The Center is being opened, funded and supported by the Kirk Gibson Foundation.

Position Summary

The Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson’s Wellness is recruiting qualified part-time and hourly contracted Coaches to join our team. In this role, you will lead exercise classes that improve the mobility, balance, strength, and overall quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s.

Essential Functions

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate exercise programs designed specifically to address Parkinson’s symptoms
Create class environments that are engaging, safe and supportive to all participants
Collaborate with various healthcare specialists to ensure holistic participant care
Keep current on the latest research and developments regarding exercise and its impact on Parkinson’s

Required Qualifications

Nationally Accredited Certification as fitness instructor or Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related health field
CPR and First Aid certification
Limited liability insurance

Preferred Qualifications

Specialized certification in exercise programming for Parkinson’s (e.g. PWR! LSVT BIG)
Experience teaching group classes

Essential Skills

General understanding of Parkinson’s disease and/or willingness to learn
Compassionate and empathetic
Effective communication skills
Energetic and positive

The Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson’s Wellness

A 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility located in Farmington Hills
Opening fall, 2025
Free access for people with Parkinson’s
First of its kind in Michigan

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