What are the responsibilities and job description for the Member Wellness Staff position at YMCA of Greater Cincinnati?
FLSA Status: Part Time hourly
Salary: $13/hr
Key Responsibilities: Responsible to provide excellent instruction, motivation, and support to members participating in the YMCA Wellness Program as well as members who work out regularly at the YMCA. The Wellness Counselor must have an understanding of the principals of YMCA fitness and wellness.
- Responsible for the safe and effective instruction, education, and motivation of YMCA members and participants.
- Responsible for executing set fitness / wellness policies and procedures.
- Provide instruction according to YMCA of the USA guidelines.
- Play a major role in member involvement and retention.
- Know the appropriate EAP (emergency action plan) for any situation.
- Provides positive and regular feedback to participants.
- Maintains appropriate records.
- Directs any questions requiring additional expertise or attention to supervisor.
- Directs participants to other YMCA classes, programs, and activities.
- Finds substitutes according to set procedures.
- Attends required trainings.
- Maintains appropriate certifications.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment. Reports any hazards or potentially unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor.
- Exemplifies a healthy lifestyle.
- Adhere to established association standards.
- This job description may not be all inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as necessary or assigned/director by management. Job description and duties may be modified.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 18 years of age with High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Current CPR/AED/Oxygen/First Aid certifications.
- Healthy Lifestyle Principles within six (6) months of hire.
- Foundations of Strength & Conditioning within nine (9) months of hire.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills and must be able to meet the physical and emotional demands of the position.
- Able to work well independently as well as with a staff team.
Salary : $13