About the role
Fitness Counselor
West Carrollton YMCA
West Carrollton, OH
Part-Time/Non-Exempt
$11.00-$14.60/Hour
Shifts Available: Evenings 4-7 PM, 7-10 PM Weekends 1-5 PM
Position Summary:
Responsible for providing excellent instruction, motivation, and support to YMCA members and program participants in the fitness center and wellness areas.
At the YMCA, 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: - Provides proactive support to members and program participants in the Fitness Center. - Remains visible to participants when on duty. - Increases member and program participant awareness of healthy lifestyle factors. - Communicates and enforces any wellness center rules at participants’ comprehension level. - Conducts tours of wellness areas to prospective members/program participants as needed. - Promotes wellness and other YMCA programs. - Responsible for all aspects of safety in wellness program areas. - Inspects equipment within Fitness Center for safety hazards, damage or wear. - Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up. - Communicates any suggestions to improve the programs within the wellness area. - Maintains cleanliness of Fitness Center through routine cleaning schedule. - Administers Fitness Orientations for youth and adult members and conducts Smart Start programs.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required. - Must be at least 18 years of age. - A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred. - Certifications which are helpful include Personal Training and Group Exercise Instructor. - A high level of interest in the fitness field. - Minimum of six months fitness class participation or fitness class assistant experience and a high level of interest in the fitness field.
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