Wellness Coach

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. Wellness Coaches positively engage with members and guests and maintain a clean, safe, and friendly environment in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

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:

· Engage in positive interactions with members, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.

· Conduct Explore the Y Cause Driven tours and collaborate with Member Services Staff to communicate well-being opportunities to all members and guests.

• Monitor designated Wellness Floor area in a highly visible manner and sanitize equipment and surfaces to ensure a clean, safe environment for all members.
• Answer questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintain working knowledge of healthy living initiatives to provide accurate information and support to members.

· Promote programs, services, special events and wellness challenges to members and guests.

· Build effective, authentic relationships with members; help members connect with each other and the YMCA.

· Monitor member satisfaction and engagement, equipment status and supply needs to provide insight to supervisor on status of overall wellness areas.

· Follow YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

· Inclusion

· Emotional Maturity

· Engaging Community

· Communication & Influence

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be committed to and supportive of the Y mission with an emphasis on support and empathy to health seekers.

2. Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).

3. Must have good verbal and written communication, as well as strong relationship building skills.

4. Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism.

5. High school graduate or equivalent required.

6. Must obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training within 30 days of hire if not already certified.

7. Must be at least 18 years of age.

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.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and to lift an equivalent of 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; conduct, demonstrate and safely help members as a spotter.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be noisy at times.'
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $10.30 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Ability to Relocate:

• Kingsport, TN 37660: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $10