Fitness Attendant - South Valley

YMCA•San Jose, CA

2d•$19 - $21

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

Must have or obtain ACE Personal Training Certification within 6 month
Current YMCA-approved CPR and First Aid certification and YMCA or national personal trainer/group exercise instructor certification within one year. Mission Retention training completed within first 90 days.
Must be flexible to a schedule that may include some nights, early mornings, and weekends.
Ability to work in a team setting with staff and volunteers as well as work independently.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Experience and ability to use a computer.

Responsibilities

Coaches members in support of their desired behavior change. Regularly checks on members' progress in meeting personal and program goals.
Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA. Introduces new members to group exercise communities based their health and well-being goals.
Utilizes tools and information for the purpose of increasing member knowledge of wellness as well as wellness programs provided through the YMCA (handouts, schedules, etc.).
May conduct post-enrollment interviews to understand new members' definition of well-being, personal goals, cultural background, healthcare needs, diverse abilities and interests and develops plans to meet their individual needs.
Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by supervisor.
Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
Maintenance employees and volunteers-ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
Attends all staff meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.