Wellness Coordinator

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA•Port Charlotte, FL

20h•$18 - $20

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive/Wellness/Program Director and in accordance with YMCA of Southwest Florida policies, the Wellness Coordinator assists with the leadership, management, and supervision of health enhancement activities, including the wellness center, health innovations, and group exercise. The role is responsible for providing high-quality programming in a safe environment and overseeing safe, effective, and physically appropriate wellness programming and classes.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
One year or more of experience in fitness.
Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements and meet the Association’s background-screening policies.
Complete the required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse; employment is contingent on completion.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, or dispensing or endorsing commercial health products, including nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance-enhancing substances, and pain relievers.
Be a self-starter with high energy and a positive attitude.
Adhere to the drug-, alcohol-, and smoke-free workplace policy.
Hold an appropriate fitness certification.
Maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
Complete YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens training annually.
Complete the YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Class annually.
Meet staff safety requirements and follow cleaning protocols.

Nice To Haves

Additional training classes as recommended by the Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Stay current with group exercise trends and recommend improvements.
Hire, train, and supervise assigned instructors, trainers, and volunteers to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Review and evaluate staff performance and develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Create the monthly group exercise schedule and update it weekly.
Promote group exercise classes and encourage member engagement.
Ensure group exercise instructors maintain current certifications.
Ensure staff act professionally and dress according to requirements.
Ensure classes are safe and comply with industry standards and guidelines.
Become familiar with participants and members, including their names, health concerns, and physical limitations.
Attend and host regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Direct maintenance concerns to the Executive/Wellness/Program Director immediately.
Manage payroll for wellness staff.
Participate in YMCA-sponsored special events and activities when possible.
Uphold staff safety requirements, including required departmental cleaning protocols throughout the day.
Actively teach, train, and coach members.
Assist with marketing and distributing program information and may organize and schedule program registrations.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations; assess community needs, opportunities, and threats relevant to developing the Wellness Department.
Develop and monitor the program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Compile program statistics and monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and participation.
Assist the Executive/Wellness/Program Director with additional duties as required.