What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness Center Staff | Walnut Creek Family YMCA position at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER DES MOINES IA?
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JOB LOCATION: Walnut Creek Family YMCA
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: Saturdays 1p-4:15p and/or Sundays 10a-4p
PAY RATE: $11.00-$11.75/hour based on wellness/fitness experience
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: May 26, 2026 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Wellness Center Staff will be responsible for facilitating member involvement and relationship building, monitoring activities in the wellness center, assisting members with questions and issues, and providing basic equipment instruction. Wellness Center Staff are responsible for exemplifying professionalism, serving as a resource for members and guests and providing excellent customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitor the wellness center areas to ensure a safe, hazard-free environment, addressing safety issues as directed.
- Continuously monitor wellness center areas to assist members with questions and issues.
- Continuously facilitate member involvement by actively seeking opportunities to build relationships.
- Actively promote member engagement by encouraging involvement in related Y programs and small communities.
- Assume a leadership role for members, demonstrating professionalism and equipment expertise.
- Encourage and support members as they strive to attain their personal fitness and wellness goals.
- Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the wellness center areas by cleaning equipment, desks, and all surface areas regularly.
- Assist, as required, with training and orientation of new Y staff.
- Know all emergency procedures and be able to demonstrate them.
- Complete accident/incident reports and submits to supervisor or designated staff person.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
- Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.
Salary : $11 - $12