Cognova
Love fitness, brain health, music, or dance—and want your work to truly matter?Cognova is a growing, mission-driven brain-body wellness company that uses movement, rhythm, cognition, and human connection to improve the quality of life for older adults and individuals living with disabilities or memory loss. Our programs bring joy, purpose, and breakthrough moments to people who are often overlooked.
** See our impact in action:https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/heartwarming/power-of-healing-dance-class-memory-care/95-c5bc5773-1d8b-4b52-84d8-1b7e1a39c36b
Who We Serve
We provide on-site multimodal brain-body engagement programs in:
- Memory care & dementia communities
- Assisted & independent living
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Special needs and wheelchair-bound populations
Our signature programs, TAP TIME™ and SEATED RHYTHM™, blend movement, music, cognition, and joy into one unforgettable experience.
The Ideal Candidate
You’re:
- Warm, energetic, and reliable
- Compassionate
- Comfortable leading groups
- Passionate about improving lives through movement
- Excited to work with older adults and special populations
- Responsible
This role is perfect for fitness instructors, dancers, therapists, educators, or wellness professionals who want truly meaningful work.
What You’ll Do
- Learn and lead our proprietary programs (we fully train you)
- Energize and engage residents through rhythm, movement, and connection
- Build rapport with residents, families, and facility staff
- Represent Cognova with professionalism and heart
- Create moments of joy, confidence, and connection in every class
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in health, special populations, fitness and/or dance (or related field)
- Nationally recognized fitness certification (or ability to obtain)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Passion for working with older adults and/or individuals with disabilities
- College degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field is a plus (not required)
Schedule & Pay
- Part-time: 2-5 hours per week
- Location: In-person at local communities
- Consistent weekly schedule
- Deeply rewarding work with a supportive team
Why Join Cognova?
- You’ll change lives every class
- You’ll be trained in proprietary, nationally respected programs
- You’ll join a compassionate, passionate, and purpose-driven team
- You’ll leave work knowing you truly made a difference
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
