What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Health & Wellness - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA position at YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOISE IDAHO INC?
The South Meridian Branch of the Treasure Valley YMCA is unlike any other in the country. Our 60,000-square-foot facility is part of a unique collaboration that combines family recreation, education, sports, literacy, and wellness care on a single campus called “The Hill.” Hand in hand with our partners—St. Luke’s Health System, the West Ada School District, and the City of Meridian—the South Meridian Family Y will help us build A BETTER US.
The Health and Well Being Director is responsible for administering the total operation of the department within Branch and Association parameters, overseeing the safe management of programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, and financial development within the department.
Responsibilities:
- Develop intentional relationships and, using the Y voice attributes, create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants that helps them meet the two Cause Measurement goals for adults.
- Use the class platform to educate and inform participants about the Y Cause and other Y program offerings.
- Conduct class in a quality, fun, and safe manner that results in increased attendance. Follow fitness trends and utilize prescribed formats when applicable.
- Actively identify participants who need additional support, such as new members, health seekers, and participants with diverse abilities.
- Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants.
- Work closely with Health and Well-Being staff to ensure department operations are consistent with approved Leading Practices.
- Supervise Health and Well-Being staff, including hiring, onboarding, role-modeling, coaching, scheduling, and on-going development.
- Recruits and manages volunteers as needed per current Volunteer Policies and Guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in health and fitness related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum three years of experience in related field.
- Background must include strong skills in human relations, budgeting and fiscal management, financial development, health and well-being management, and staff and volunteer management.
- Excellent human relations skills and an ability to maintain position communication with staff and members.
- Ability to address and make solid decisions in emergency situations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including telephone etiquette and computer use.
- Prior experience of successful supervisor of staff and volunteers preferred.
- Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, days, with some evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
Treasure Valley Family YMCA provides a progressive work environment with great benefits for qualifying full-time employees. Benefits include:
- 12% employer-funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and ability to make additional contributions to retirement benefits through 403(b) savings plan.
- High quality and affordable benefits including health (75% employer paid for family) and dental insurance (50% employer-paid for family).
- Free use of YMCA facilities for immediate family.
- Generous paid time off package, earning at the rate of 24 paid days off per year to start.
Welcoming and Inclusion:
At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.
How to Apply:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended. Previous YMCA staff may email their updated resume and cover letter to jobs@ymcatvidaho.org with the name of the job they are applying for in the subject line or apply through their existing UKG account.
