Fitness Attendant Open Position at the South Side YMCA!

Salary range starts at $20.00 per hour

The South Side YMCA of Metro Chicago is hiring for a part time Fitness Attendant to join the YMCA team. This integral position on the Fitness Team could be your first step to a building a career in fitness, or the next step in your fitness journey. 

As a Fitness Attendant - You will:

• Develop, motivate and maintain professional relationships with members by providing personal attention to all members and guests using a proactive approach
• Be an active marketing resource by discussing and promoting the YMCA fitness programs with our members 
• Provide basic assistance and guidance to users of the fitness equipment when needed, as you acknowledge all members throughout the facilities 
• Ensure a safe environment through constant circulation of the fitness and gymnasium facilities and promptly responding to safety and emergency situations
• Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations

To be Qualified you must have:

• A high school diploma or GED 
• The ability to Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. and push >50 lbs.
• A passion for and obtain general knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy
• Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or must obtain within thirty days of employment

Child Abuse Prevention

Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required