Personal Trainer
FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Personal Trainer
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Reports to: Health & Wellness Director Leadership Level: Leader
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The PERSONAL TRAINER at the FOOTHILLS YMCA serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing, we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Embody an outgoing and enthusiastic personality at all times
2. Actively participates as a Fitness Coach, engaging with members, cleaning equipment, and conducting free equipment orientations outlined by our FitQuest program in addition to conducting individual personal training and/or small group personal training.
3. Designs and implements safe, effective and enjoyable fitness programs that will meet the unique need and wants of each member.
4. Conducts one-on-one, partner, and/or small group personal training sessions with a personalized approach following YMCA standards and guidelines.
5. Participates in projects/duties such as (informational tables/videos, demonstrations, trainings, workshops, etc.) as assigned by supervisor.
6. Maintains relevant CECs and keeps certification current.
7. Promote and incorporates the YMCA’s 4 core values to members and clients
8. Ensure proper administrative responsibilities are followed to document sessions and member progress.
9. Engages with members when not in one-on-one appointments
10. Embody sensitivity and patience in dealing with the inactive population of which could be intimidated by exercise and workout areas/classes.
11. Provides adequate work availability to meet the needs of members and clients.
12. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
· Communication
· Developing Self & Others
· Inclusion
QUALIFICATIONS:
· High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
· Current ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, NETA, NFPT, NSCF, or NESTA personal training certification.
· CPR, First Aid, and AED certified (First Aid within 30 days of hire if not currently held)
· Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
· Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
· Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
· Basic knowledge of computers.
· Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
· Minimum age 18.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking
· The employee frequently is required to circulate the fitness center and remain standing for extended periods of time
· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.