Personal Trainer

YMCA of the Suncoast•Palm Harbor, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Personal Trainer works under the direction of the Wellness Director/Coordinator and in keeping with the YMCA of the Suncoast’s mission. The role instructs and educates members in proper strength-training principles and fitness evaluation components, in individual or small-group settings. The trainer designs and implements personal fitness programs for people of varied populations, educates members about operational guidelines and regulations, and helps maintain clean, organized facilities and equipment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must hold a current YMCA-approved National Personal Trainer Certification upon hire.
Knowledge of exercise program design, equipment, and free-weight training principles.
Must complete Intro to the Ys Cause & Culture, Y’s Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You: Service with CARE upon hire.
Must obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
Must complete Foundations of Listen First, Orientation to Healthy Living, Principles of Member Health and Wellness, and Wellness Center at the Y or Group Exercise at the Y trainings within 90 days of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively while instructing participants in proper weight-bearing and cardiovascular exercise technique.
Current knowledge of strength-training guidelines and ability to modify exercises for special populations when needed.
Positive attitude and ability to work independently.
Ability to conduct, demonstrate, and safely develop programs at an intensity appropriate to each participant.
Effective communication and human-relations skills for working with people of all socioeconomic levels.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Get SMART certification or training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruct and educate members in strength-training principles and fitness evaluation components in individual or small-group settings.
Design and implement personal fitness programs for members across populations, adapting exercises for special populations when needed.
Educate members about and enforce YMCA strength-training guidelines, operational policies, and regulations.
Maintain accurate records and paperwork, respond to member questions, and seek information when needed.
Check the communication log for memos or information before beginning each shift.
Use sound judgment regarding member safety and injuries.
Maintain positive, professional interactions with members while minimizing interruptions to training sessions.
Wear the approved uniform, nametag, and SMART pin while on duty.
Know emergency procedures and be able to administer first aid.
Attend staff meetings, in-house trainings, demonstrations, and special promotions as designated by the supervisor.
Help create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that could lead to child abuse or violate the code of conduct.
Organize supplies, clean and maintain the facility, and care for equipment; leave weight-training and cardio areas clean and organized after sessions.
Schedule personal workouts outside duty hours.
Give members at least two days’ notice of an absence when possible, arrange trainer coverage, and confirm coverage with the supervisor.
Follow orientation scheduling procedures and follow up to confirm appointments.
Model SMART Key Leadership Competencies: Collaboration, Communication and Influence, Innovation, Program and Project Management, Emotional Maturity, and Functional Expertise.