Personal Trainer

*Current Personal Training Certification from an Accredited Association is required. *

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of Healthy Living, the Personal Trainer is responsible for providing Kettle Moraine YMCA members and community participants with a supportive, motivating and inspiring wellness experience through personal training, group fitness classes and a wide variety of wellness programs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Works with members to establish realistic fitness goals based upon members abilities.
2. Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
3. Meets members and program participant needs by means of programs including but not limited to, personal training, floor coverage, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, wellness coaching, YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, Moving for Better Balance, group fitness, etc.
4. Conducts wellness consultations and works with members to develop strategies to reach their health and fitness goals.
5. Ensures members are using the equipment safely and are aware of and following the appropriate policies and procedures.
6. Daily engagement with members and clients as well as daily upkeep of fitness areas (cleaning, towels, etc.).
7. Ensures safety of all members, guests and staff within the guidelines of the Kettle Moraine YMCA and the Healthy Living Department.
8. Creates fitness plans to fit client needs.
9. Awareness of current fitness programs and trends.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or equivalent. 
2. Minimum is a Personal Training Certification from an accredited organization. *The list of accredited certifications can be found here: National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)  
3. One-year experience in the health and wellness field. 
4. The ability to relate to diverse groups of people.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an interest and ability in working with individuals of all fitness levels. 
6. Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
7. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to: bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, stand, lift up to 50lbs, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk and hear.
2. The physical demands described here are a representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
3. Reasonable accommodations may be made to be able to perform essential functions of the position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

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