YouthPerformance Coach - Baseball

Power Wellness•Fayetteville, GA

About The Position

The Youth Performance Coach develops and leads baseball-specific performance programs to help young athletes improve athletic performance and safely prepare for the physical demands of baseball. Programs may incorporate strength and conditioning, speed and agility, coordination, endurance, and movement training. The coach devises training plans based on sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates young athletes, maintains athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning classes as needed. The role also provides fitness and exercise support to members, guests, and sports performance participants; conducts assessments and orientations; contributes to community outreach and member retention; and helps maintain the cleanliness and safety of the training area and equipment. The position is part-time at Piedmont Wellness Center, managed by Power Wellness Management.

Requirements

Prior work experience or an internship in the fitness industry.
Personal Training certification.
CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire; provided by Power Wellness.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with members in a positive, service-based manner.
Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to lift 45 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Degree preferred, but not required.
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for a variety of clients and athletic programs, particularly youth.
Lead individual and small-group training sessions for members with varying fitness levels.
Engage in community outreach to promote the Human Performance Lab and program collaboration within the community.
Consult with sports medicine staff when working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation.
Provide supervision and basic exercise instruction for members, guests, and sports performance program participants.
Maintain visibility and engagement with members and guests.
Screen health-history information and coordinate medical-clearance processes as applicable.
Schedule and conduct fitness assessments, orientations, and follow-up appointments in accordance with established protocols.
Discuss and make recommendations related to individuals’ goals.
Respond to medical emergencies as a first responder, bringing an AED and additional first-aid supplies, and complete an incident report for each emergency.
Assist with planning and implementing member-retention programs.
Maintain cleanliness of the green turf and equipment; inspect equipment and upholstery, report maintenance or repair needs, and remove equipment from service until maintenance is completed.
Perform other duties as assigned.