Fitness Coach

Branch: West Toledo YMCA

Position Type: Part-time - Afternoons & Evenings - 8-15 hours per week

Be a difference maker, with the YMCA of Greater Toledo. We are a Cause Driven community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, whose passion is the many people we guide, teach, and protect every day. As leaders in the health and wellness field, we're making a strong, lasting, positive impact on our community. Here, you'll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares people for success? Their future begins now. And so does yours.

Regardless of your role with us, you'll find so many things to love when you become part of our team. There's our fun, challenging work environment. There's the awesome team and supportive organization. You'll find that everyone in YMCA has the same goal: to prepare people for success and inspire them to be lifelong learners. Flexible, Creative, Fun, nurturing, positive...we're not just saying it. You'll find these things being demonstrated here, every day.

General Function:

To greet all members as they enter the Fitness Center. Assist members with equipment questions. Provide equipment orientations, body composition testing and fitness evaluations to members. Maintain safety and cleanliness of area, and notify direct supervisor of any necessary equipment repairs. Maintain member service supplies (towels and sanitizer). Return weights to racks and keep area clean and free of any safety hazards.

Know-How:

Knowledge of the basic principles of health and fitness and the ability to portray a healthy lifestyle is essential. Human relation skills with an outgoing and enthusiastic personality are necessary. Acquire and maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid training within 6 months.

Job Segments:

1. Welcome all members to the fitness area.

1. Ensure the safety of all participants in center.
2. Be at the YMCA, or designated work site, on time and prepared.
3. Be aware at all times to participant's level of activity intensity, encouraging them to go at their own pace.
4. Observe building policies, restrictions, and emergency procedures.
5. Portray and promote a healthy lifestyle.
6. Be active on the fitness floor, continually interacting with all members and guests. Will use all tools provided to increase the level of member interaction, including technological tools.
7. Keep accurate equipment maintenance records.
8. Be responsible for finding your own substitutes in advance if unable work a scheduled shift. Complete a sub request form with your supervisor's signature.
9. Attend all fitness staff meetings and training sessions.
10. Be in uniform; YMCA shirt, name tag, professional athletic bottoms-Khaki pants, athletic pants (no spandex/leggings, sweat pants, yoga pants, or other tight-fitting pants.) or shorts that are longer than your fingertips all the way around.
11. Be professional - no talking/texting on cell phones, eating, reading, doing homework or working out while on duty.
12. Keep Wellness Coordinator informed of any equipment that needs fixed or replaced.
13. Notify the Wellness Coordinator and customer service desk of any injuries or emergencies. Incident/Accident reports must be completed and turned in for any injuries.
14. Perform occasional or unique duties that support the overall success of the Francis Family YMCA.
15. Portrayal of the core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Faith and Responsibility at all times.

Why Work At The Y?

1. Future employers respect the Y

When future employers see the Y on your resume, they think of an organization with global ties that has been around for more than 100 years. We have a reputation for hiring good people who do great things.

1. Every day is something new

Whenever you work or wherever you work, every day is a new adventure. One moment you'll be helping kids with homework and the next you'll be leading a big art project or games outside.

1. Free Y membership

When you work for the Y, we offer you all the perks of being a Y member including access to all branches and discounts on classes, child care, and camp.

1. The job is designed with your schedule in mind

Part-time and full-time positions are available, making jobs at the Y ideal for anyone!

1. The best coworkers ever

Everyone that works at the Y shares a passion for making their communities a better place, especially for kids. Don't be surprised if you leave your Y with great professional experience and new friends.

Along with competitive pay, the YMCA of Greater Toledo offers exceptions benefits which include the following:

• Complimentary YMCA membership for all employees. Full time employees will receive a complimentary YMCA membership for their entire family.
• A rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities
• A challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals.
• Full time employees are eligible to receive quality health insurance (medical, dental and vision) with affordable premiums.
• Full time employees also receive (at no cost to them) Long Term Disability and Life Insurance coverage.
• All employees are eligible to participate in the YMCA's excellent retirement fund.

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is a drug free workplace and is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.