Personal Trainer

YMCA of Metropolitan ChicagoPalatine, IL
$20 - $40Onsite

About The Position

Inspire Fitness, Inspire Change: Join Our Team - Buehler YMCA is now hiring a Personal Trainer! We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a growing, dynamic organization and their community significantly.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • at least a year of Personal Training experience
  • Current CPR and First Aid certifications
  • Personal Training Certification Required (NASM, ACSM, ACE, or AFAA) at time of hire
  • Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy
  • Ability to motivate and lead members
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
  • Ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages

Responsibilities

  • Designs and implements safe, effective and enjoyable fitness programs that will meet the unique needs and wants of each member.
  • Plans and instructs individuals, small groups or classes with a personalized approach following YMCA standards and guidelines.
  • Contacts members on a regular basis to follow-up on progression of their fitness program.
  • Keeps accurate records of members’ progress.
  • Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates members to commit to long term participation.
  • Ensures safe and effective workouts. Responds to, and reports, accidents, incidents, and equipment problems.
  • Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Maintains current certifications.
  • Supports the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
  • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
  • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
  • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
  • Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
  • wellness programs
  • mental health resources
  • a family gym membership
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • flexible work hours for work-life balance
  • 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service
  • Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs
  • Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Discounts on programs
  • employee assistance programs
  • company-sponsored events
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