What are the responsibilities and job description for the Morris Personal Trainer position at Greater Joliet Area YMCA?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide individual and small group personal fitness training and diet consultation. Teach individuals proper use of equipment including free weights, cardio, and strength equipment. Must be physically fit and trained by YMCA Health and Wellness Director or certified as a personal trainer by an accredited personal trainer / fitness program. Promote the goals and objectives of the YMCA and any additional requirements to ensure the success of the program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Monitor the fitness room as fitness members use the exercise equipment. Teach and train proper usage as needed.
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Motivate and educate fitness members in leading healthy lifestyles.
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Builds effective, authentic relationships with members and staff; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA by answering questions related to the fitness area.
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Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
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Take professional initiative to promote personal training, clinics and all wellness related opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School Degree or equivalent.
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Current Personal Trainer Certification Preferred
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CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training, Sexual Harassment, Active Threat training within 30 days of hire date.
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Complete New Staff Orientation.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Ability to work fluctuating shifts which include weekday evenings, weekends and holidays.
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Ability to walk, stand and sit for long period of time.
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Be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to work in various temperatures with various noise levels.
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Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act in case of emergencies
PART-TIME BENEFITS:
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FREE Y Membership
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25% off on Y programming
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Participation in the Y’s retirement plan (when eligibility requirements have been met)
Salary : $21 - $25