Healthy Living Director

the JOB TITLE: Health Living Director

EXEMPT: Yes SCHEDULE: Full-time

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Healthy Living Director leads the development and delivery of the YMCA’s wellness programs and supports membership growth and retention. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing a wide range of health and wellness initiatives that align with the YMCA’s mission and community needs. The Healthy Living Director must demonstrate expertise in wellness program design, administration, and evaluation, while serving as a role model for healthy living by practicing and promoting a balanced lifestyle.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

I.

FISCAL MANAGEMENT

• Develops and manages the budget for all fitness and wellness programs.

• Help manage the budget for membership department.

• Meets budgeted outcomes for all budget accounts supervised.

• Assists in the development and management of the total branch budget.

• Manages program statistics for areas supervised.

II. BOARD AND VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT

• Recruits, trains, supervises and recognizes program volunteers in fitness and wellness.

• Assists in the identification and recruitment of volunteers for the annual community support campaign.

• Gives periodic updates to the Board of Managers as requested.

III. HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

• Manages the human resources cycle (selection, recruitment, orientation, training, supervision and recognition) of all volunteer and paid staff involved in fitness and wellness.

• Conducts regular staff meetings and 1-to-1 supervisory meetings with all staff supervised, monitoring and acknowledging accomplishment of performance standards and goals.

• Help build a cohesive team between membership and wellness staff

• Works closely with fitness and wellness staff to ensure they meet their performance standards and goals.

• Works closely with other staff to bring resolution to member complaints.

IV. FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT

• Assists in the Community Support Campaign efforts.

• Shares a fitness/wellness story at a community support campaign meeting to help the volunteers become more knowledgeable about the benefits of YMCA programs.

• Meets established goals for volunteer recruitment and fundraising.

V.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

• Manages the achievement of YMCA goals and objectives for all fitness and wellness programs.

• Help build the branch value based on the program and services to grow membership

• Plan and create new and innovative adult, youth and family programs that meet the needs of the community in keeping with the branch priority objectives and strategic plan.

Develops and expands fitness and wellness programs including group exercise programs, youth programs, adult fitness and active older adults.

• Research, facilitate and build quality programs that build member retention and provide member satisfaction.

• Manages the development of new programs and upgrading of existing programs, collaborating with other agencies and organizations as necessary and appropriate to bring about maximum YMCA effectiveness in the community.

• Ensures that reports on program quality and quantity are maintained and shared with staff and volunteers to assist in branch evaluation and planning.

• Maintains a high profile and visibility in all areas supervised.

• Administers program scheduling and rosters.

• Maintains a high standard of excellence in the cleanliness and maintenance in all areas supervised.

• Lead 6-7 general fitness/aerobic classes per week.

VI.

MEMBER/PARTICIPANT SATISFACTION

• Ensures that YMCA members, participants and volunteers have a high level of satisfaction with their Y involvement.

• Together with the Branch Director, analyze membership data and statistics to identify trends and make proactive decisions that will help drive membership and program

• Manages the completion of member/program evaluations to measure satisfaction results.

• Provides ongoing membership programs that stimulate and motivate members.

• Maintains high standards of excellence related to group exercise and specialty programs and their service to members.

• Provides outstanding hospitality to all members and guests.

VII.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

• Manages the YMCA facilities and equipment in a clean, safe manner, working with other staff and volunteers.

• Implements the Branch Emergency Procedures and Environmental Safety Plans for the areas supervised.

• Report immediately on any repairs that are needed to equipment or the facility and work to get these issues resolved.

VIII.

PUBLIC/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Represents the Salinas Family YMCA; conveys YMCA goals and programs to community leaders and public officials.

• Analyze community demographics to provide innovative programming that serves the community and identifies local marketing opportunities unique to the area.

• Works and collaborates with the Marketing Director to manage and develop marketing and public relations plans.

• Represents the Salinas Family YMCA at necessary cabinets.

IX. INTANGIBLES

• Serves as an active member of the Central Coast YMCA and Salinas staff teams; attends and provides leadership to branch and association staff meetings as appropriate.

• Ensures that the best safety practices are implemented in all areas of YMCA work.

• Develops and follows a plan for professional development, working with the Branch Director.

• Participates in local and National YMCA activities as appropriate or assigned.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS

The Healthy Living Director position has a primary impact on the effectiveness with which the branch accomplishes its mission in the community.

• Volunteers, staff, members and program participants at the YMCA will understand the purpose of the YMCA and will feel satisfied about the impact of the Y in their lives.

• The branch will provide purposeful programs, sound financial practices and good property management.

• Leadership and vision will result in a resourceful YMCA.

• The YMCA image will improve throughout its service area.

• All aspects of the branch operation will reflect the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a health and wellness field is strongly recommended, or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school; three years related experience and/or training in management, work with volunteers, fiscal management and administration; or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Outstanding human relations skills are essential for this position, as is a clear understanding of the principle that the YMCA is a partnership of volunteers and staff working together to achieve mutually agreed upon goals.

• Demonstrates an ability to lead and facilitate.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals using commonly accepted business writing techniques and appropriate grammar.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, coworkers, volunteers, members, donors and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Must possess the ability to make sound independent decisions when circumstances warrant.

OTHER SKILLS, REQUIREMENTS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: MUST HAVE OR BE:

• Ability and willingness to work as a team.

• This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for business purposes.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive for job related purposes

• Prior to operating a vehicle, running errands, or traveling to other branch locations for work-related tasks, the employee must receive approval through our insurance carrier.

• Well organized and possess excellent telephone communication skills.

• Working knowledge of efficient filing systems, office machines and equipment.

• Extensive experience of features of computer applications, including word-processing, spreadsheets, graphics and extensive knowledge of the Internet. Experience in the following computer programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook.

• Able to set and meet deadlines.

• Enthusiastic, dependable and have a sense of humor.

• I am willing to follow directions and take the initiative.

• Understanding of the YMCA mission.

• Willingness to demonstrate the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in interactions with staff and volunteers.

Interest in and ability to interact with children and have a positive impact upon them.

• Even-tempered and able to adjust tasks in accordance with changing priorities.

• Possess current CPR and First Aid Certification.

• The position requires a clear background check prior to employment.

• A neat, clean appearance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,640.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,640 - $70,000