Wellness Trainee - Citrus Memorial Health Foundation

YMCA of the Suncoast•Black Diamond, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Wellness Director/Coordinator and consistent with the mission of the YMCA of the Suncoast, the Wellness Trainee will work towards meeting all requirements of the Wellness Floor Coach position within 60 days from hire date. During that time, if scheduled to work in the wellness center they will meet and greet members, and assist members by referring them to the appropriate staff members for specific training needs. Educate and enforce operational guidelines and regulations with all members. Maintain all weight training equipment and keep facilities organized and clean. Provide knowledge and concern for the members' well being at all times.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High School graduate or equivalent required.
Must be knowledgeable in selectorized equipment, free weight training principles, and YMCA fitness testing components.
Must have a strong personal commitment to overall wellness.
Must have a positive attitude and ability to work independently.
Required upon hire: completed Intro to Y's Cause & Culture, Ys Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You: Service with CARE trainings.
Must be working towards meeting the criteria of the Wellness Coach Position within 60 days of hire date.
Must be able to articulate and communicate effectively while assisting members in basic strength training and cardiovascular exercise.
Must be a good communicator and listener.
Must understand the basic common knowledge concepts of member service.
Must have the ability and patience to assist members while using effective communication and human relations skills to handle situations with people of all socioeconomic levels.
Must have the ability to safely serve as a spotter.
Must be able to lift an equivalent of 50 pounds.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Wellness, psychology or communications preferred.
Wellness Center Member Engagement Worksheet
Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y
Foundations of Listen First with the Listen First Skills Assessment
Principles of Member Health & Wellness
Wellness Center at the Y
Cause Driven Tour Workshop
Get SMART
YMCA Foundations of Strength & Conditioning Certification with Wellness Center Skills Assessment OR a National Personal Trainer Certification

Responsibilities

Complete all requirements of the Wellness Coach Position within 60 days of hire date.
Monitor wellness areas, including locker room, and meet and greet members.
Respond to member questions and seek out additional information when needed.
Engage in positive public relations with members, maintaining professionalism at all times and wearing the approved uniform including nametag.
Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity, keeping supplies organized, maintaining and cleaning the facility, and caring for equipment.
Maintain cleanliness of all selectorized and free weight equipment.
Responsible for the care, returning, and storage of all equipment.
Fill all bottles and change towels in the fitness center when needed.
Record all maintenance duties in the proper logbook.
Exercise sound judgment in relation to member safety and injuries.
Follow all emergency procedures and be able to administer CPR and First Aid.
Take responsibility for certain housekeeping duties as directed and required.
Attend all staff meetings, in-house trainings, demonstrations and special promotions as designated by supervisor.
Control occupancy and traffic flow on all equipment.
Be knowledgeable about and able to enforce wellness floor policies and practices.
Personal workouts are encouraged but must be scheduled during off duty hours.
Notify supervisor two days or more in advance if going to be absent, and find another fitness center floor staff person to cover the shift, confirming with the supervisor.