YMCA Alexandria - Wellness Coach

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington•Alexandria, VA

1d•$13

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job. About the Job Provides fitness programs advice, and assistance to members through proper demonstration and utilization of every piece of fitness equipment, as well as provides each member with an applicable and basic workout program for all machines.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED. BA/BS is exercise science or related field preferred.
CPR/First Aid and AED.
Must display an outgoing personality, enabling him/her to relate well to members.
Must be a team player helping out in other areas as required, incorporating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds
High school diploma or GED
CPR/First Aid
AED
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles
YMCA Personal Training
OSHA
National certification in strength training (ACE; ACSM; YMCA; Etc...)
Must be able to communicate clearly with participants
Knowledge of equipment maintenance
Must display an outgoing personality, enabling him/her to relate well to members
Must be a team player helping-out in other areas as required, incorporating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification
Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds

Nice To Haves

BA/BS is exercise science or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Effectively explains to members, the benefits of working out along with orientating and motivating members to take part in additional wellness services: Equipment Orientation Process, Fitlinxx or Fitness Advisor Process, Fitness Evaluation Process, Personal Training, Group Exercise classes, Wellness socials
Identifies potentially dangerous situations and responds proactively whenever possible
Provides members with information regarding: YMCA mission, group exercise schedule, branch services.
Support our members throughout all stages of their healthy living journey.
Demonstrates the proper utilization of every piece of fitness equipment, as well as provides each member with an applicable and basic workout program for all machines
Obtains and maintains all certifications to perform their job to the standards and ideals of the YMCA
Creates connections to members and encourages members to connect to other members and staff
Provides members with information regarding: YMCA Mission Program Guide, Group Exercise Schedule, Branch Services, Building Bridges
Follows all YMCA policies and procedures, and display interest and enthusiasm
Actively promotes, supports and participates in the YMCA wellness center activities and functions
Maintains a positive, safe, nurturing, non-threatening enviorment
Tracks assigned participants’ after members join and take appropriate action to ensure member retention and participation, including but not limited to phone calls, follow-up appointments, post cards, etc
Attends all staff meetings
Other duties as required
Engage members with new workout tips and techniques that are appropriate for them
I will be informed on programs and offerings from the other service areas.
I will ensure that all equipment is clean and functional. Repairs will be made within 24 hours with related communication posted.
I will recognize all members’ personal accomplishments in an appropriate fashion
I will help members to stay engaged and follow-up with members that are at risk