Certified Personal Trainer | Walnut Creek Family YMCA

Description

There’s nothing like working at the Y!

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause – it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference – every day.

EVERY position positively impacts others at the Y – JOIN US, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

JOB LOCATION:Walnut Creek Family YMCA
SHIFTS / CLASS AVAILBLE:Variety of days and times.

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $19.00-$22.50 / hour based on qualifications and experience
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: September 15, 2023 – Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

Operating within the policies, procedures, and practices of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines, this position is responsible for developing individualized, goal oriented training plans, conducting personal training sessions, facilitating member involvement and relationship building, and providing excellent customer service. Certified Personal Trainers are responsible for exemplifying professionalism and leadership in the areas of fitness, exercise and basic rehabilitation techniques.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Follow proper registration procedures to ensure fees are collected.
2. Follow established and approved pre-screening procedures.
3. Assist members in developing realistic, attainable goals and continually modifying training objectives
4. Develop an individualized, goal oriented fitness plan for each member assigned.
5. Develop and conduct personal training sessions based on goals and abilities of participants.
6. Instruct member on proper form, technique and execution of fitness plan exercises for optimal performance/results.
7. Motivate member to work to maximum and safe potential, providing physical and psychological assistance, support and encouragement.
8. “Spot” and/or perform exercises with member for the benefit of the member’s workout.
9. Encourage participants through individual attention as well as verbal, written and electronic correspondence.
10. Promote member engagement by encouraging involvement in related Y programs and small communities.
11. Maintain records on each participant as directed by guidelines and procedures.
12. Monitor participant progress on a regular basis to evaluate program effectiveness and progress toward goals.
13. Attend department and Branch staff meetings as required.
14. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
15. Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to read, write, perform simple mathematical functions.
2. Must be at least 21 years of age
3. YMCA of the USA Orientation to Healthy Living
4. Current personal training certification with:
   a. One of the current National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) Accredited Certification Programs
   b. One of the current certification programs accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education & Training Council (DETC)
   c. A personal training certification program reviewed and approved through the YMCA of Greater Des Moines internal review procedures
   d. Or a current Stott Pilates Reformer Certification.
5. Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED certification OR equivalent – prior to starting.
6. Intro to Y’s Cause & Culture Online Course – prior to starting if hired.
7. Training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and run; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; demonstrate and perform various exercise movements; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.

The employee must have the ability to perform heavy physical activity. Requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 1-20 pounds constantly to move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employee must have the ability to adapt to frequently changing working conditions and to work a flexible schedule.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to communicate with a Y-voice, demonstrating determination, genuine concern, a welcoming attitude, hopefulness and a nurturing spirit.
2. Ability to demonstrate a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
3. Ability to build report, creating relationships and motivating members.
4. Ability to work effectively with people of different background, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
5. Ability to listen first, seeking to understand the other person’s point of view and remain calm in challenging situations.
6. Ability to accurately assess personal feeling, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
7. Ability to demonstrate and openness to change and seek opportunities in the change process.
8. Ability to embrace new approaches and discover ideas to created a better member experience.
9. Ability to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
10. Ability to make sound judgments and transfer learning from one situation to another.
11. Ability to distinguish between Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
12. Ability to effectively create individualized training plans based on member goals and objectives
13. Ability to effectively coach, lead, direct and guide people related to training.
14. Ability to work with minimal supervision, taking initiative to assist in developing others.
15. Ability to maintain confidentiality on member information
16. Ability to demonstrate professional conduct at all times.
17. Ability to serve as a healthy lifestyles role model for members and staff.
18. Attend trainings and/or courses to maintain certification as required by the YMCA.
19. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to members and staff.