YMCA Reston - Wellness Coach
About The Position
The YMCA Reston Wellness Coach 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. Some of the exciting tasks you will do as a Wellness Coach include but are not limited to: 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.
Requirements
- Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED.
- 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
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.
Benefits
- Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
- The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits.
- 10% employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service
- 403(b) savings plan
- high quality and affordable healthcare
- free YMCA membership for employee, spouse and dependents
- paid time off
- numerous professional development opportunities
- an exciting and collaborative work environment
- the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
