Health & Wellness Specialist

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids • Caledonia, MI

1d • $14 - $18

About The Position

The Health & Wellness Specialist provides fitness equipment orientations, promotes YMCA health and wellness services, maintains and cleans equipment, and enforces recreation guidelines. The role includes monitoring member activity, delivering member service, giving tours to prospective members, and setting up equipment for group exercise and sports activities. Open shifts are Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM. This is a part-time, non-exempt position of up to 25 hours per week, with compensation of $14.35–$17.93.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Currently pursuing a health and wellness-related degree, hold a health and wellness-related degree, and/or have an active Personal Training Certification.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Ability to actively participate in and lead fitness activities.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications.
• CPR, AED, Oxygen, and First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days.
• Blood Borne Pathogen training.
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT).

Nice To Haves

• YMCA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proper equipment use and exercise form.
• Monitor member activities on fitness equipment, the indoor track, gym floor, and in locker rooms.
• Maintain all areas in a clean and presentable fashion.
• Provide outstanding member service.
• Give tours to prospective members.
• Handle member complaints.
• Stay current with advances in the health and wellness field.
• Set up equipment for group exercise and various sports activities.
• Enforce YMCA member guidelines.
• Perform other functions deemed necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.

Benefits

• Free YMCA individual membership with full access to facilities.
• 12% employer retirement contribution upon eligibility, with no match requirement, and access to a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid sick time.
• Ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program resources and counseling for the employee and family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED