Kinesiologist - Chronic Disease

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to Manager Health Services-Primary Care, the Kinesiologist-Chronic Disease is an integrated member in the service delivery of primary health care to clients living with or at risk for chronic diseases that may be prevented or managed in part via physical activity. The Kinesiologist specializes in the delivery of exercise and health-behavior modification programs using a highly person-centered approach to support active involvement in one’s own health care.

Kinesiology is the science of human movement, encompassing both its physical and behavioral aspects. Kinesiologists promote and provide best practices in prevention, assessment and intervention to enhance and maintain fitness, health and wellness, performance and function, in the areas of exercise, sport, recreation, work and activities of daily living. Kinesiologists have important knowledge and skills to contribute across the continuum of care for chronic disease, at both t...