Personal Trainer/Wellness Coach

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POSITION SUMMARY:
This position could be full time or part time. This position supports
the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization
committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy
living, and social responsibility. The Wellness Coach is responsible for
the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of all
member-related wellness programs and activities. The Wellness Coach is a
self-motivated team player who facilitates member retention through
purposeful programming and collaborates with other Health and Wellness
staff to provide meaningful and desired health programs and events to
YMCA members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in the development, promotion and implementation of
beneficial exercise programs and exciting health and well-being
events, including Healthy Kids Day and Membership Challenges.
2. Interacts and engages with every visiting member, actively
demonstrating the core values of the YMCA, Caring, Honesty, Respect,
and Responsibility.
3. Monitors members for injury prevention and proper equipment use, and
professionally responds to emergency situations on the Wellness
Floor when they occur
4. Participates in cleaning the Health and Wellness equipment daily,
maintaining organization in Wellness Center, and reporting equipment
or facility needs to the Health and Wellness Director
5. Ensures that YMCA members are complying with YMCA policies and
procedures and Wellness Center rules and regulations.
6. Maintains organized records of member wellness appointments and
follows up with participants as necessary.
7. Attends scheduled Health and Wellness staff meetings.
8. Interprets and communicates the Mission, objectives, and programs to
members, program participants, community partners, and through
fundraising efforts

QUALIFICATIONS:

– Two years of college or equivalent required
1. Bachelors degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, or
related field preferred.
– One to three years practical experience in fitness instruction,
personal training, athletic coaching.
– National Accredited Personal Training Certification obtained within
the first 6 months of hire.
1. Preferred Group Fitness Instructor Certification from one or
more of the following: ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, AFAA, or other
nationally recognized certification.
– Completion of YMCA required trainings upon hire
– Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people
from different backgrounds.
– Must be able to manage emergencies and respond appropriately and
professionally

STARTING PAY:$17.50/hr

WHATYOUGET FROM WORKING AT THE YMCA:

– Frequent opportunities to make a difference in the lives of youth,
adults, and senior members
– Family YMCA membership with program discounts available
– Paid sick time accruing at 1 hour every 40 hours worked
– Medical, Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical or
Dependent Care, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Medical
Insurance starts at $45/month for employee-only coverage.
– 9 paid holidays per year
– Paid vacation time accruing at 7.66 hours a month (starting at 11
days per year)
– Up to two hours of Child Watch services per day, per child while
employee is on site and working
– Flexible schedules that work for YOU
– Retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after 2 years of
service (1,000 or more hours worked required in each anniversary
year)

The happiest and most fulfilled Y staff are motivated to help others
and want to be a part of something larger than themselves. Join our
team! Come be a part of a charitable, mission-d iven organization that
works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better
us.

Apply today!