Personal Trainer

Position: Personal Trainer

Wage: $25.00 to $50.00 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Bremerton Family YMCA, Bremerton, WA

As a Personal Trainer, you'll help YMCA members achieve their health and fitness goals by designing and leading personalized training sessions tailored to their abilities, goals, and lifestyle.

If hired, you will motivate and educate members through engaging workouts and supportive coaching that inspires lasting healthy habits. Whether they're just beginning or working toward a new milestone, you'll encourage progress while building confidence. Above all, you'll provide exceptional member service and foster a safe, welcoming, and positive environment.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Personal Trainer Certification through a nationally accredited organization. NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification or relevant Degree (preferred).
• Two years of experience in the health and fitness field.
• National Fitness Certification, YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning, Foundations of Group Exercise, or equivalent, such as ACE, ACSM, or AFAA certifications.
• Must be able to work in-person at all YMCA Centers throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties every month and as needed, at any given time.
• Must be able to provide services during YMCA Center operating hours
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties.
• Formal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.
• Ability to work with all age groups and ability levels.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle, demonstrate YMCA character values, and be an
• Enthusiastic role model.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training sessions for members at an appropriate level based on members' wants, needs, and abilities.
• Provide in-person personal training sessions at all YMCA Centers throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties.
• Provide encouragement and expertise for members in support of their health and well-being goals.
• Administer, track, and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other preparticipation documentation concerning individual exercise programs.
• Assist members by offering useful feedback, encouragement, reevaluations, additional instructions, and motivation needed to continue a regular exercise program.
• Conduct fitness assessments and personal training appointments with members and maintain records of such.
• Communicate/follow up with members in a timely manner.
• Ensure all sessions are financially accounted for and all payment receipts are properly handled.
• Educates members in proper use of equipment.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life. To apply, visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org. 

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Salary : $25 - $50