Health & Wellness Coach I or II

Greater Missoula Family YMCA•Missoula, MT

1h•$14 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Health & Wellness Coach (HWC) provides fitness instruction and safety to all members through scheduled orientations and ongoing opportunities to teach and reinforce updated exercise techniques and general fitness principles. The HWC enforces rules and policies of the YMCA Health Center and the Association in a positive and consistent manner. They will take responsibility for the condition and cleanliness of the Health Center and all equipment. The HWC provides members with a quality fitness experience that reflects a positive image of the YMCA. The Missoula Y is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive space for all, we value all people for their unique talents, and actively promote practices that support diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Requirements

HWC I: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Educational background and/or experience in strength training and general fitness and/or group exercise instruction.
Communication, leadership and motivational skills.
HWC II: Additionally, employee must be either a Certified Personal Trainer or a certified Group Exercise Instructor.
Current CPR certification and basic first aid training.
Working knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology and safe exercise technique.

Responsibilities

Provides fitness instruction and safety to all members through scheduled orientations and ongoing opportunities to teach and reinforce updated exercise techniques and general fitness principles.
Enforces rules and policies of the YMCA Health Center and the Association in a positive and consistent manner.
Takes responsibility for the condition and cleanliness of the Health Center and all equipment.
Provides members with a quality fitness experience that reflects a positive image of the YMCA.