PERSONAL TRAINER

THE SKAGIT VALLEY FAMILY YMCA•Mount Vernon, WA

15d•$45 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an enthusiastic and responsible Personal Trainer to plan and lead a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients. This role involves performing a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational, providing guidance on healthy lifestyles and changes. The Personal Trainer also delivers customer service that promotes member wellness and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment, aiming to increase member retention through engagement, guidance, and support. The position requires the ability to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum of 1-year experience in the health and fitness field.
Personal Trainer Certification through a nationally accredited organization including, but not limited to NETA, NASM, ACE, ACSM, AEA.
Must hold an Aqua Specialty Certification if personal training is to be done in the pool.
Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, YMCA Strength & Conditioning.
Formal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.
Demonstrates customer services skills and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to lead an individual/group and motivate others to achieve their health and wellbeing goals.
Demonstrates ability working with a variety of age groups and ability levels.
Multi-task-oriented and strong communication skills.
Excellent time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to make independent and sound decisions in a changing environment.
Detail oriented and exhibit a high degree of accuracy and alertness.
Work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently with assigned goals, duties and deadlines.
Ability to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
Present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Degree in health and science or related field or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients at an appropriate level and in the appropriate modality based on clients wants, needs, and ability.
Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.
Administer, track, and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.
Educate members in the proper use of equipment.
Provide a cohesive approach to customer service and training that directly impacts the participant’s commitment and personal growth.
Promote and sell personal training programs and services.
Maintain required continuing education credits (CECs) and national certifications.
Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Build rapport and relate well to others.
Seek first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remain calm in challenging situations.
Listen for understanding and meaning; speak and write effectively.
Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another.
Refrain from writing diets, prescribing supplements, or diagnosing/curing any type of injury or illness; always refer members to a doctor when health or well-being is questioned.
Embrace new approaches and discover ideas to create a better member experience.
Establish goals, clarify tasks, plan work, and actively participate in meetings.
Strive to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Stay current with trends in the field and exercise industry.
Demonstrate the Skagit Y’s mission of inclusion while interacting with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work.
Perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.

Benefits

Free YMCA household membership
403(b) Saving Account enrollment
8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
Sick time
Additional bilingual, premium pay of $1.00 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers.
Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
3 paid personal holidays
Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
403(b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
Life insurance