YMCA Alexandria Wellness Coach

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Position : Wellness Coach Salary : $12 .00 per hour 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 . 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 s ervices .

S upport our members throughout all stages of their healthy living journey.

Qualifications

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.

Working Conditions: Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds We offer the following 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, and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility : Provides fitness programs, advice, and assistance to members that are free of medical concerns and are in generally good health Supervisory Responsibility: X No Supervisory responsibility ¨ Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision) ¨ Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnel ¨ Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees ¨ Directly responsible for supervising supervisory/managerial employees Organizational Structure: Job title to which this position reports: Wellness Director.

Assistant Wellness Director Job titles directly reporting to this position: None Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None Essential Duties and Responsibilities : 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 Identifies potentially dangerous situations and responds proactively whenever possible 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 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 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 Customer Service Standards: Staff Engagement: Be in proper uniform with name tags to be easily identified Engage members with new workout tips and techniques that are appropriate for them Facility Excellence: 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. Show: 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 Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience: High school diploma or GED BA/BS is exercise science or related field preferred 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 YMCA Leadership Certification: Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification Working Conditions: Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds