Healthy Living Specialist - Sampson Family YMCA
About The Position
The Healthy Living Specialist is responsible for personal and group training, managing the Healthy Living Journey experience, and assisting with new program development. The role supports the development, organization, implementation, and evaluation of health and wellness programs and helps ensure the Healthy Living Department operates smoothly. The Specialist integrates YMCA USA wellness best practices into programs and serves on Association committees to develop leadership skills and enhance wellness programs. The position supports department operations, program planning and evaluation, member experience and retention, facility safety, recordkeeping, community partnerships, and branch fundraising. It also includes at least five weekly wellness-floor hours. Work hours vary according to need and may include evenings and weekends.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must maintain a nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification.
- CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain them within 30 days.
- Complete New Employee Orientation, Orientation to Healthy Living, and Wellness Center at the Y (LCDC) within three months of hire.
- Ability to work variable hours based on need, including evenings and weekends.
- Current driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and safely supervise program activities.
- Ability to use a computer for extended periods, communicate using a computer and phone or smart device, sit and reach frequently, and move around the work environment.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Sports Management, Kinesiology, Health, or a related field.
- Certification in area of expertise, as required.
- Two years of experience.
- Sales experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a minimum of five wellness-floor hours weekly.
- Assist with Healthy Living Department operations and programs, including facility and staff management, daily operations, small group training schedules, incentive programs, agency collaborations, health education, and screenings.
- Manage and execute delivery of the member experience.
- Assist in developing, administering, achieving, and evaluating annual Healthy Living Department operating objectives.
- Monitor measurable outcomes and take appropriate action to meet objectives.
- Ensure Healthy Living programs have well-planned member and retention plans.
- Evaluate current programs and small group training engagement strategies, expanding or discontinuing classes based on participation and customer satisfaction.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe facility.
- Maintain an accurate system of records and reports.
- Serve on the Healthy Living Cabinet, providing input on YMCA administration, promotion, and operations.
- Provide cohesive customer service and training that supports members’ commitment and personal growth.
- Build service delivery that reflects the Y mission and responds to member issues and needs.
- Support branch fundraising initiatives by contributing to, educating about, and raising the projected Annual Campaign goal.
- Help form community partnerships to expand the Y Without Walls concept.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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