What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERSONAL TRAINER position at Ymcasenc?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Instructs members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Assists with development and implementation of member engagement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
- Provides fitness assessments and individualized fitness programs for program participants and tracks progression and results.
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Assists members living with disabilities.
- Is a team player and attends staff meetings and trainings, as required.
- Maintains open communications with supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining equipment and informing Director of any breakage or items needing replacement
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
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. 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
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:
- Must be 18 years of age. GED preferred.
- Required certifications:
- National Certification in Personal Training from one of the following: ACE, NASM, NSCA, ACSM, Cross Fit, or USTA
- CPR, First Aid, & AED for the Professional Rescuer
- Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- At least one year of experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to demonstrate various cardio and strength equipment.
- Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting a minimum 45lbs.